Packing & weather
February in New Orleans is mild but unpredictable - plan for layers and the chance of rain.
65°F
avg high (18°C)
55°F
avg low (13°C)
Rain is common enough that a poncho is a smart pack; cold snaps and warm afternoons both happen.
The packing list
- ✓Comfortable walking shoes (you will be on your feet for hours)
- ✓Layers - it can swing from chilly mornings to warm afternoons
- ✓Rain poncho
- ✓A costume or beads to trade
- ✓Portable phone charger
- ✓Small backpack or fanny pack
- ✓A reusable bag for collecting throws
- ✓Sunscreen for the afternoon sun
- ✓Cash (some vendors are cash-only)
- ✓Earplugs - the brass bands are loud