Residents of New Orleans can expect a dynamic mix of weather conditions in the coming days, according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service. The city is currently experiencing overcast skies with temperatures sitting at 60 degrees Fahrenheit and a high humidity of 60 percent. Winds are blowing from the south at 10 mph, though the overcast canvas is expected to give way to partly sunny skies with a high near 72 later today.
The weather is expected to change tonight, with a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 4 a.m. Temperatures will remain near 64°F with south winds around 10 mph, according to NWS New Orleans.
As Saturday approaches, the chance of precipitation continues with possible showers and thunderstorms before 9 am, followed by a chance of showers between 9 am and noon. Despite the murky start, the skies should clear gradually, leading to a sunny afternoon with a high near 76 degrees. The initial southwesterly winds are expected to take a turn from the northwest in the afternoon.
Looking ahead, Saturday night will be mostly clear with a low near 52°F. Sunday will be sunny with a high around 64°F and light northeast winds near 5 mph. Conditions remain calm Sunday night with partly cloudy skies and lows near 50°F.
Entering the new week, Monday is expected to be sunny with a high near 69°F and light south winds around 5 mph. Monday night will be partly cloudy with lows near 56°F and calm winds. Tuesday will be mostly sunny with a high around 73°F and southwest winds.
There is a slight chance of showers on Wednesday night, continuing into Thursday. Thursday will be partly sunny with a high near 75°F and south winds between 5 and 10 mph.
