New Orleans woke up to clear skies and cool temperatures on Saturday, starting near 52°F at the Lakefront, with sunshine lasting through the day. Highs will reach the low 60s with a light northeast breeze, making for calm and pleasant conditions.
Today's Forecast
Look for sunny skies with a high near 63°F, then a gentle slide to around 61°F later this afternoon. Northeast winds of 5 to 10 mph should keep things feeling comfortable through the day. Tonight stays mostly clear, with temperatures dipping to around 45°F and light east winds. For the official forecast and hour-by-hour details, see the National Weather Service office serving New Orleans/Baton Rouge.
Weekend Outlook
Sunday trends a bit milder, with highs near 68°F, and Monday is expected to nudge into the low 70s as a warmer pattern settles in to start the week. Dry weather is anticipated through Monday. A quick-moving disturbance could bring a slight chance of light showers from Tuesday night into Wednesday. Another system may arrive late next week, although confidence in the timing and how widespread any rain might be is still limited.
Boaters And Commuters
Open-Gulf boaters are urged to follow Small Craft Exercise Caution headlines through Saturday morning, with conditions projected to improve later in the day. That should make late afternoon and the rest of the weekend a safer window for small craft on the water. On land, commuters can expect dry roads and generally good visibility, so travel impacts should be minimal. The ongoing dry trend and this morning’s marine headlines are laid out in the National Weather Service area forecast discussion.
Quick Tips
Plan on layers, with something warm for the cool start and lighter clothing ready for the milder afternoon. If you are heading out on the water, check marine conditions first and steer clear of small or poorly prepared vessels until winds ease. Otherwise, it shapes up to be a pleasant weekend for errands, outdoor dining, or a walk along the riverfront.
