The National Weather Service in New Orleans has forecasted a fair start to the day with humidity at a sticky 94% and a current temperature of 77°F. With a heat index barely budging at 78°F, residents can expect to largely stay in the comfort zone, weather-wise. Visibility stands clear at 10 miles, although the dew point is a muggy 75°F. According to the latest NWS update, there's a notable 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms rolling in after 4pm today, so those with outdoor plans might want to have their umbrellas at the ready.
The overall outlook for the forthcoming week promises a mixed bag of conditions. Residents should mostly enjoy sunny skies, with today's high potentially reaching 88 degrees. A gentle west wind will attempt to initially ease up the humidity situation, blowing at 5 to 10 mph. Yet those residing in New Orleans should prepare to potentially hunker down tonight as there remains a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, some possibly bringing along heavy rainfall, chiefly before 7pm. After the storms pass, the air will shift, bringing in a cooler breeze from the northwest.
Moving into the weekend, the weather appears to be more amiable with a forecast from the NWS for a sun-filled tomorrow topping off at a pleasant 84 degrees. The evening sets the scene for a stargazers delight, as it's expected to be mostly clear with a low around 71. Sunday sustains the fair weather trend as well, with daytime highs around 86 degrees and nighttime lows resting at 73.
Looking forward to the new work week, Monday's NWS forecast indicates a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms developing post-noon. The day will kick off mostly sunny with temperatures around 86, with that southeast wind picking up at 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. As for Monday night, clear skies will likely offer reprieve from any earlier rainfall. The following days maintain a steady pattern of mostly sunny conditions with daytime temperatures flirting with the high 80s, although the community should continue to keep a lookout for the occasional thunderstorm, particularly on Wednesday and Thursday.
