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United States · Ships call at New Orleans, Louisiana
Cool and damp
New Orleans in January brings cooler conditions, with highs around 60°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 3 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cool and damp.
Crowds are moderate in January, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during January, with the date each one leaves port.
Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Dec 26, 2026
Western Caribbean
Carnival Cruises
Sails Dec 27, 2026
Caribbean Round-trip New Orleans: Harvest Caye, Cozumel & Roatan
NCL Cruises
Sails Dec 27, 2026
Western Caribbean
Carnival Cruises
Sails Dec 30, 2026
Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Jan 2, 2027
Caribbean Round-trip New Orleans: Harvest Caye, Cozumel & Roatan
NCL Cruises
Sails Jan 3, 2027
Ships leave from the Erato Street and Julia Street terminals on the Mississippi riverfront, next to the Riverwalk and the Warehouse District. The airport is about 20 to 30 minutes away by car, and the French Quarter is under two miles from the terminals.
The average high temperature in New Orleans during January is 60°F, with a low of 52°F.
New Orleans typically sees 3 days of rain in January. Cool and damp.
For a January cruise to New Orleans, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.