New Orleans vs Washington in August

Washington is the better pick in August — 70 vs 52 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Washington is sweltering, rainy, while New Orleans is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.

New Orleans vs WashingtonAugust climate, side by side

New OrleansWashington
Comfort score52/100 (D)70/100 (B)
Feels-like high40°C35°C
Avg high / low34° / 26°31° / 21°
Rainfall206 mm122 mm
Rainy days129
Humidity81%74%
Air quality (AQI)7264

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

New Orleans vs Washington in August — FAQ

Is August better in New Orleans or Washington?
Washington is the better pick in August — 70 vs 52 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Washington is sweltering, rainy, while New Orleans is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in New Orleans vs Washington in August?
In August, New Orleans averages 34°C high / 26°C low with about 206 mm of rain; Washington averages 31°C high / 21°C low with about 122 mm.