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US Dept of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Weather Service New Orleans/Baton Rouge 62300 Airport Rd. Slidell, LA 70460-5243 Keep an eye on the weather for Mardi Gras in New Orleans with this handy weather page from MardiGrasNewOrleans.com Mardi Gras is a celebration held in and around New Orleans that concludes before Lent begins on Ash Wednesday.. While some parades during the month-long celebration have already been impacted by wet weather, attention is now focused on Fat Tuesday’s events, which kick off around 8 a.m. local time. Parades in New Orleans, and all across South Louisiana, celebrating Mardi Gras first started on Twelfth Night, which was on Jan. 6. However, the biggest parades this Mardi Gras season will be Here's the New Orleans weather forecast for Mardi Gras weekend through Fat Tuesday Revelers dance in the street on Esplanade Ave. during Fat Tuesday in New Orleans, Tuesday, March 1, 2022. The NWS said in a daily weather briefing Thursday that "long-range pattern supports rounds of rainfall outside the weekly forecast and into Mardi Gras," but forecasters say it's too far out to pin As Mardi Gras celebrations prepare to take over New Orleans on Tuesday, the South faces a mounting weather threat, with forecasters warning of intense storms that could bring damaging winds, large Weather in New Orleans during Mardi Gras can vary considerably, so pack accordingly. Some days you can be comfortable in shorts and short sleeves, and maybe even catch a sunburn. Or if the weather fairy isn’t smiling, you can get hit with freezing rain. Nights are typically cool, with temperatures in the 40s or 50s, and occasionally even frigid. The Krewe of King Arthur parade takes place during 2025 Mardi Gras on Feb. 25, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Erika Goldring/Getty Images) At a Glance 8 out of 151 Mardi Gras Days had temperatures 80F or higher. Approximately 5.3 percent of all Mardi Gras Days had 80F or warmer. The wettest Mardi Gras was 2.12 inches on March 1, 1927. 47 out of 151 Mardi Gras Days received measurable rainfall. Rain has occurred on 31.1 percent of all Mardi Gras Days. Five previous Mardi Gras' fell on March Mardi Gras Events & Camps; 2025 Summer Camps; New Orleans Community Groups; New Orleans Photography Guide; Best Event Venues In New Orleans; Schools, Admissions & Open Houses Birthday Parties in New Orleans; Swimming Lessons in New Orleans; Moving To New Orleans With Kids; Daycares, MDOs and Preschools; Park Like a Pro in New Orleans There is now a 30% chance of scattered showers and a possible thunderstorm during the entire day.More on the increased security for New Orleans Mardi Gras here | Parade forecast | Download the If you’re looking for a quick escape from the Mardi Gras chaos, stop by Pêche and go see Chef Nikki. Everyone wants king cake during Mardi Gras, but not all are worth the hype. Dong Phuong makes the best, hands down. - Ashwin Vilkhu Co-Executive Chef, Saffron and Executive Chef, The Kingsway (opening soon!) Yes, we let the good times roll for everyone during Mardi Gras! Mobility City of New Orleans offers both short-term and long-term rentals of wheelchairs, mobility scooters, etc. They also offer free delivery, setup and pickup (although not to the actual parades). Call 504-977-2690 or visit their site. Most locals refer to Mardi Gras as the final two weekends of the celebration, when most of the parades and events take place. When to Visit for Mardi Gras in New Orleans. You can visit any time during Carnival (between January 6th and March 4th, 2025) to experience parades and festivities. New Orleans weather during Mardi Gras can be unpredictable, varying from cold to hot, sometimes even on the same day. It’s a good idea to wear layers. You’ll also likely be walking and standing for long periods, so pack comfortable shoes like sneakers or supportive flats. Keep an eye on the weather for Mardi Gras in New Orleans with this handy weather page from MardiGrasNewOrleans.com Click on the Mardi Gras krewes below for further information about the krewe and to see their usual route for each parade. Please note: Events and activities are subject to change without notice. Stay tuned to the site for further info. Stay tuned to Facebook or Instagram for any last-minute weather updates to the schedule. Mardi Gras Events & Camps; 2025 Summer Camps; New Orleans Community Groups; New Orleans Photography Guide; Best Event Venues In New Orleans; Schools, Admissions & Open Houses Birthday Parties in New Orleans; Swimming Lessons in New Orleans; Moving To New Orleans With Kids; Daycares, MDOs and Preschools; Park Like a Pro in New Orleans Looking at records from 1899-2021, seven Mardi Gras days had high temperatures in the 80s, 50 with highs in the 70s, 27 with highs in the 60s, 25 with highs in the 50s, seven with highs in the 40s
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