New Orleans weather in December
December in New Orleans averages 63°F by day and 50°F at night, with 4.6 inches of precipitation. It is the 11th-warmest and 8th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 63°F-6° vs November
- Average low
- 50°F0 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 4.6 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 0.1 in0 days at 90°F+
Is December a good time to visit New Orleans?
December is pleasant by day, but it is one of the wetter months. The most comfortable months overall are February and October to November.
What to do in New Orleans in December
Mix it up: New Orleans Museum of Art, Audubon Zoo, City Park, Old Ursuline Convent. All things to do in New Orleans.
On December 15 the sun rises at 6:48 am and sets at 5:02 pm, giving 10h 13m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for New Orleans in December
- T-shirts and a light jacket or sweater
- An umbrella or rain jacket
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
December nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | 63°F | 50°F | 4.6 in | |
| Metairie, LA | 5 mi | 65°F | 48°F | 4.8 in |
| Gulfport, MS | 68 mi | 64°F | 45°F | 4.5 in |
| Baton Rouge, LA | 71 mi | 64°F | 43°F | 5.3 in |
| Lafayette, LA | 118 mi | 64°F | 45°F | 5.0 in |
| Mobile, AL | 128 mi | 64°F | 43°F | 5.5 in |
| Jackson, MS | 162 mi | 60°F | 39°F | 5.1 in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in New Orleans in December?
In December, New Orleans averages a high of 63°F and a low of 50°F, with 4.6 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is December a good time to visit New Orleans?
December is mild by day but wetter than ideal, with 4.6 inches of rain.
Does it snow in New Orleans in December?
Rarely. The December snowfall normal is under half an inch.
Before and after: New Orleans in November and New Orleans in January. All twelve months: New Orleans weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station New Orleans Lakefront Airport, LA, 7.1 miles from the city center.