Residents of New Orleans should prepare for a mixed bag of weather conditions this week, as detailed by the National Weather Service's local forecast. Humidity remains high at 88%, with the temperature currently sitting at a warm 84°F. A light east breeze nudges the conditions, with winds at 7 mph and a heat index that takes the apparent temperature up to what feels like 97°F.
The forecast for today suggests a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, primarily in the afternoon from 1pm to 4pm, beneath mostly sunny skies. Those headed out should plan for a high around 91, while the evening anticipates a drop to a moderate 78, making for a mostly clear night. The light winds from the southeast, veering from 5 to 10 mph, with the expected transition to calm conditions.
Heading into Monday, the likelihood of precipitation increases significantly with a 70% chance of rain. Showers could crop up before 10am, potentially escalating to thunderstorms by the afternoon. Despite the rain risks, sunshine is expected with highs lingering near 90 degrees, complemented by a gentle east wind.
The start of midweek brings a continuation of this see-saw weather. Tuesday's outlook hints at a 70% probability for rain with potential thunderstorms, yet the skies will still be primarily sunny with 89 degrees anticipated for the high. Calmer winds from the southeast will grace the evening, which should be mostly clear with lows yet again around 78 degrees. According to the National Weather Service's forecast, as Wednesday approaches, another round of possible thunderstorms is predicted, mainly after the 1pm mark, with an approximate 30% chance of occurrence under sunny conditions.
Forecast information from the NWS indicates that the remainder of the week will continue to offer sunny days, punctuated by periodic chances for showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures will consistently hover around the low 90s, with nighttime lows settling just below 80 degrees. Light winds will persist, occasionally picking up from the east around 5 to 10 mph during afternoon hours.
