June weather forecast
New Orleans, LA

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Commuter buses on the street in New Orleans, Louisiana
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Weather in June

June in New Orleans signifies the full onset of the sweltering summer heat. While the city copes with relative humidity around 72%, the abundance of daylight hours enhances its vibrant lifestyle. The weather drawings on average more rainfall than in the previous month, preparing a moist platform for July's weather, known to be the wettest in the year. With ample sunlight and rising temperature levels, citizens gear up to endure the prime of the summer season.

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in June, the average high-temperature shifts from May's moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C) to a tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C). New Orleans, in June, observes a steady average low-temperature of 77.7°F (25.4°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in June is estimated at a very hot 102.2°F (39°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in June in New Orleans is 72%.

Rainfall

In New Orleans, Louisiana, in June, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In New Orleans, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.1 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In New Orleans, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11h of sunshine, June has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in June translates into these instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is June?

The high-temperature, in June, in New Orleans, records 88.3°F (31.3°C), while the low-temperature is 77.7°F (25.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in June is estimated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in June?

The average relative humidity in June in New Orleans is 72%.

How much does it rain in June?

In New Orleans, Louisiana, in June, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

When are the longest days?

The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does New Orleans have in June?

The average day length in June in New Orleans is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in June?

In June, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is June, with an average of 11h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in June?

In New Orleans, the average sunshine duration in June is 11h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in June?

The average daily maximum UV index in June is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in June
New Orleans, LA

Average temperature in June - New Orleans, LA
  • Average high temperature in June: 88.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in June: 77.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48.6°F).

Average pressure in June
New Orleans, LA

Average pressure in June - New Orleans, LA
  • Average pressure in June: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in June
New Orleans, LA

Average wind speed in June - New Orleans, LA
  • Average wind speed in June: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in June
New Orleans, LA

Average humidity in June - New Orleans, LA
  • Average humidity in June: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in June
New Orleans, LA

Average rainfall in June - New Orleans, LA
  • Average rainfall in June: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and April (0.43").

Average rainfall days in June
New Orleans, LA

Average rainfall days in June - New Orleans, LA
  • Average rainfall days in June: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.7 days).

Average snowfall days in June
New Orleans, LA

Average snowfall days in June - New Orleans, LA
  • Average snowfall days in June: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in June /
Average sunshine in June
New Orleans, LA

Average daylight in June / Average sunshine in June - New Orleans, LA
  • Average daylight in June: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in June: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in June
New Orleans, LA

Average sunshine days in June - New Orleans, LA
  • Average sunshine days in June: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.9 days).

Average UV index in June
New Orleans, LA

Average UV index in June - New Orleans, LA
  • Average UV index in June: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in June
New Orleans, LA

Average cloud cover in June - New Orleans, LA
  • Average cloud cover in June: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in June
New Orleans, LA

Average visibility in June - New Orleans, LA
  • Average visibility in June: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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