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Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 83°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 59°F. The rainiest months in Gretna are August, July, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of rainfall.

Overall, Gretna is known for its football, restaurants, and live music. Major attractions include Port of New Orleans, Canal Street, and Caesars Superdome. Get out into nature with places like Mississippi River, Lafayette Square, and New Orleans Musical Legends Park. Cultural attractions include German-American Cultural Center, National World War II Museum, and New Orleans Fire Museum Fire Station.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Gretna in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), located 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from the city center.