Residents of New Orleans can expect a week of mostly sunny skies and mild temperatures. The clear conditions are set to persist through much of the week, with daytime highs steadily climbing into the mid-70s, conditions that are sure to please anyone looking forward to spending some time outdoors, according to the latest update from the National Weather Service.
The weather will be calm with light south winds around 5 mph. Nights will cool to the upper 50s, but daytime conditions will be pleasant for outdoor activities. As the weekend approaches, there may be a chance of showers or thunderstorms, as reported by the National Weather Service.
National Weather Service forecasts show Tuesday will boast a high near 76, with a southwest wind of 5 to 10 mph and by Wednesday, temperatures will rise slightly to a high near 77 degrees, with calm winds shifting west. For locals and tourists alike, these conditions provide a perfect opportunity to explore the vibrant streets and lush parks of New Orleans without the hindrance of heavy layers or wet weather gear.
However, the weather will shift later in the week, as there's a 40 percent chance of showers arriving Thursday night, potentially escalating to showers and possibly a thunderstorm on Friday with a high near 75, the weekend may bring its own changes, too, with a cooling trend that ushers in chances of showers, and the breeze is expected to pick up with northerly winds gusting as high as 20 mph, which marks a notable shift from the week's earlier calm and warmer disposition.
As the weekend approaches, those in New Orleans should prepare for more variability in weather conditions, with Saturday's high near 63 and a continuing chance of showers, followed by a slightly cooler Sunday with partly sunny skies and a high near 59 degrees. While the earlier part of the week may provide the perfect weather for strolling the French Quarter or lounging by the Mississippi, residents should keep an eye to the sky as the weekend draws closer.
