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New Orleans, LA Weather on August 26
New Orleans hits 99°F record on August 26, 1990
August 26 in New Orleans typically sees oppressive heat with an average high of 92°F, but the city experienced a blistering 99°F back in 1990, marking the hottest day on record for this date across 55 years of data. While the average low of 76°F provides little relief from the summer humidity, the coolest August 26 on record dipped to just 68°F in 2015, showing the wide temperature swings possible even during peak summer months in this subtropical climate.
What to Expect on August 26
Planning for August 26th in New Orleans, LA? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 26 ever in New Orleans?
The warmest August 26 in New Orleans, LA reached 99°F in 1990. That is 7°F above the long-term average high of 92°F.
What was the coldest August 26 ever in New Orleans?
The coldest August 26 in New Orleans, LA dropped to 68°F in 2015. That is 8°F below the long-term average low of 76°F.
What is the average temperature on August 26 in New Orleans?
On August 26, New Orleans averages a high of 92°F and a low of 76°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from NEW ORLEANS WSO CITY.
How many years of weather data are available for August 26 in New Orleans?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 26 in New Orleans, LA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 26 Weather History in New Orleans
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 94°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 90°F | 78°F | 0.26" | -- |
| 2023 | 98°F | 80°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 84°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 95°F | 77°F | 0.39" | -- |
| 2020 | 93°F | 78°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 85°F | 77°F | 0.11" | -- |
| 2018 | 92°F | 79°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2017 | 93°F | 83°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 90°F | 77°F | 0.6" | -- |
| 2015 | 89°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 88°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 82°F | 74°F | 0.34" | -- |
| 2012 | 89°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 94°F | 80°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 93°F | 79°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 85°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 88°F | 73°F | 0.17" | -- |
| 2007 | 94°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 91°F | 77°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 2005 | 91°F | 79°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 95°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 88°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 98°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 93°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 96°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 94°F | 79°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1998 | 95°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 94°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 92°F | 74°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1995 | 95°F | 79°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 91°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 94°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 83°F | -- | 4.12" | -- |
| 1991 | 96°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 99°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 97°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 96°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 95°F | 78°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 97°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 84°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 87°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 93°F | 77°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1982 | 93°F | 78°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 90°F | 77°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1980 | 92°F | 78°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 88°F | 75°F | 0.11" | -- |
| 1978 | 93°F | 74°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1977 | 91°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 92°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 92°F | 76°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 1974 | 89°F | 76°F | 0.58" | -- |
| 1973 | 91°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 93°F | 73°F | 1" | -- |
| 1971 | 90°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: NEW ORLEANS WSO CITY
How Has August 26 Changed?
Temperatures on this date have remained relatively stable over the past several decades.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for New Orleans, LA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.