New Orleans starts with a calm morning, featuring a few clouds, 82°F temperatures, and 85% humidity. The day will be mostly sunny, with a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4 p.m. Winds will shift northward at around 5 mph, making the heat index rise slightly to 85°F, according to the National Weather Service.
Tonight, the chance of showers and thunderstorms will decrease before 7 p.m., leaving mostly clear skies and a low temperature around 74°F. The pattern of sunny days and clear nights will continue, with calm winds and temperatures in the mid-80s. The National Weather Service notes that the likelihood of afternoon showers and thunderstorms will drop to 20 percent as the week progresses, with winds shifting to a gentle northern breeze around 5 mph.
Looking toward the latter part of the week, the National Weather Service foresees a continuity of clear skies and sustained warmth embracing New Orleans residents. Thursday through the weekend promises sunny days with highs peaking around 87°F and the winds remaining composed, gently shifting from calm conditions to a light northern drift at about 5 mph in the morning hours; evenings will cool to a consistent 74°F.
Friday night and the weekend will feature mostly clear nights and sunny days. Highs will be around 87°F, with nighttime lows at 74°F. Winds will be calm, shifting to a light northeast breeze at 5 mph on Saturday morning. On Sunday, an east wind of 5 to 10 mph will develop, but the weather will remain sunny and clear.
