Residents of New Orleans can expect a mix of sunny skies and potential thunderstorms for the week ahead, according to the latest reports from the National Weather Service. Today's forecast suggests showers and thunderstorms are likely, especially after 5 pm, with mostly sunny conditions and highs nearing 91 degrees. The National Weather Service predicts calm winds becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon, with a 60 percent chance of precipitation and new rainfall amounts ranging between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, though higher amounts are possible in thunderstorms. For more details, visit the NWS website.
Tonight, New Orleanians can enjoy mostly clear skies with a slight 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7 pm and lows around 78. The wind is expected to be south around 5 mph, becoming calm by the evening. Come Monday, the likelihood of showers and thunderstorms increases mainly between 1 pm and 4 pm. The highs will again reach near 91 with calm winds shifting southwest at about 5 mph in the afternoon.
The beginning of the week carries on with a similar pattern; a 70 percent chance of precipitation is predicted with new rainfall amounts similar to Sunday. Going into Monday night, there is a chance of thunderstorms before 7 pm, but most of the evening should remain clear with southwest winds calming down. The low temperatures for the evening are expected to hover around 78 degrees, providing some respite from the day's heat.
For those planning outdoor activities on Tuesday, it may be wise to carry an umbrella as there is a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms with the highs reaching up to a sweltering 93 degrees. The night brings mostly clear skies with a low near 79. The rest of the week follows a familiar theme with ample sunshine interrupted by frequent chances of showers and thunderstorms, with Wednesday showing a 60 percent chance of wet weather after 1 pm and somewhat cooler highs of 92 degrees.
As always, when thunder roars, it's best to head indoors. Keep an eye on the skies and stay updated with the latest weather forecasts to plan your week accordingly. For continuous weather updates, check the National Weather Service.
