Nola weather
At 1:30 AM local time it was partly cloudy and 22°C (72°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 AM, 2 PM, 3 PM (10.9 mm total). Best months for weather: Dec–Jan. Nola sits 388 m (1,273 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Nola, Sangha-Mbaéré, Central African Republic.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 77%
- Chance of rain
- 10%
- Rain
- 2.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 AM, 2 PM, 3 PM (10.9 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–JanOff season Aug–Oct
About Nola weather
Is it raining in Nola right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 22° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 AM, 2 PM, 3 PM (10.9 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Nola this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–31° and lows of 21–22°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Nola lately?
In the past 7 days, Nola had 4 rainy days and 20.4 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Nola?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Nola weather by month
When is the best time to visit Nola?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Nola is Dec–Jan, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Aug–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 27°C (81°F) in September to 32°C (90°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Nola?
October is the wettest month, with about 260 mm (10.2 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 19 mm (0.7 in).
What is the hottest month in Nola?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F). September is the coolest, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 20°C (69°F).
Does Nola have a rainy season?
Yes. Apr–Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Dec–Jan is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months