Today, New Orleans began with foggy conditions and temperatures in the mid-50s, with visibility reduced in some areas. A Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect for parts of southeast Louisiana during the morning commute. Conditions are expected to improve by late morning, with mostly sunny skies and afternoon highs near 73°F.
Fog And The Morning Commute
A Dense Fog Advisory runs until 9 a.m. CST today, for areas west of Interstate 55 and parts of Lafourche and Terrebonne parishes, according to the National Weather Service. Visibility could fall to a quarter mile or less at times, which makes bridges and coastal roads especially tricky. Drivers are urged to use low beams, ease off the gas, and leave extra stopping distance. Several regional airports and terminals reported MVFR to IFR conditions early this morning, but most sites should improve to VFR by late morning.
Sunny Afternoons, Warm Week Ahead
Once the fog burns off, expect mostly sunny skies with light southwest winds and a high near 73°F this afternoon. Overnight lows will drop into the mid-50s, and patchy fog is likely to redevelop after midnight across low-lying and coastal spots, especially west of I-55. For neighborhood-level timing and more detail, see our earlier forecast.
What To Watch This Week
Above-normal temperatures persist through the week, with highs in the mid-70s likely on Tuesday and again later in the week, and some inland spots possibly reaching the upper 70s. A quick-moving system may bring a slight chance of light rain on Wednesday, while a stronger southern-stream system could bring showers and thunderstorms Friday night into Saturday. Timing and coverage remain uncertain, so residents should monitor updates from the National Weather Service. If you have outdoor plans later in the week, it is wise to keep a backup indoor option ready and check forecasts as the timing becomes clearer.
Tips For Commuters And Mariners
If you must travel this morning, allow extra time, use low-beam headlights in the fog, and avoid sudden lane changes. On the water, patchy fog will reduce visibility, so mariners should proceed with caution and use navigation lights and radar where available. Signing up for local weather alerts and checking traffic updates before heading out can help you dodge the worst of the slowdowns.
