The National Weather Service in New Orleans has issued a forecast packed with showers and thunderstorms for the greater New Orleans area, predominantly occurring before this afternoon. The high today is expected to hover around 84 degrees, with the chance of precipitation sitting at a notable 80%. According to the NWS in New Orleans, the series of storms is expected to accumulate rainfall anywhere from a tenth to a quarter of an inch, although this amount could increase in certain areas affected by thunderstorms.
There’s a 30% chance of showers and storms before 7 p.m., after which the skies are expected to clear. Tonight’s low will be around 72°F with winds turning north after midnight. Friday will be sunny with a high near 85°F, according to the NWS.
The weekend will be mostly sunny with highs near 87°F and lows around 71°F. Clear skies are expected to continue into early next week, with Monday sunny and a high near 88°F, according to the NWS.
Tuesday night will be mostly clear with a low around 73°F. Wednesday will be mostly sunny with a high near 87°F and northeast winds at 5 to 10 mph, according to the NWS.
