Heat and humidity are once again the main characters in New Orleans' daily drama, with the National Weather Service latest update indicating a relatively high chance of precipitation over the coming days. Today's forecast, a familiar mix of sun and storms, tells of a 60 percent probability of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 2 p.m., and a high near 91 degrees.
Tonight will stay muggy, with a 40% chance of showers and storms after 5 a.m. Southwest winds will blow at 5 to 10 mph, and the low temperature will be around 77 degrees. On Tuesday, there is a 90% chance of rain and storms, mostly before 4 p.m., with expected rainfall between half and three-quarters of an inch.
As for Tuesday night, showers and thunderstorms are likely before 7 p.m. with a somewhat calming Southwest wind around 5 mph transitioning to calm conditions and a low around 75 degrees. Wednesday is a near-carbon copy with a high near 90, calm winds taking an easterly turn in the afternoon, and the likelihood of precipitation sticking at 90 percent.
Later in the week, storms continue. Thursday has a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m., with partly sunny skies and southeast winds at 5 to 10 mph. The rain chance drops to 20% Thursday evening. On Friday, showers and possible thunderstorms return, with a high near 89 degrees and southeast winds staying at 5 to 10 mph.
From Saturday to Sunday, showers and possible thunderstorms will continue, with partly sunny skies. Both days will have highs around 89 degrees and south to southeast winds at 5 to 10 mph, typical of the area’s warm, humid climate.
