New Orleans woke up to clear skies on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, with morning temperatures in the mid-60s and a warm, dry stretch expected to stick around through Friday. Afternoon highs are projected to top out in the upper 70s to low 80s each day, with only spotty chances for brief sprinkles. Patchy fog may slow the morning commute in low-lying neighborhoods and along the lakefront.
Warm Week On Tap
Tuesday will be mostly sunny with a high near 80°F and light northeast winds around 5 mph, followed by overnight lows near 62°F. Wednesday stays warm and mostly sunny with a slight chance of a sprinkle in eastern parishes. Thursday is forecast to be the warmest day, with parts of the metro potentially pushing into the mid-80s. According to the National Weather Service, the pattern favors above-normal temperatures and "records may be tested" later in the week.
Fog, Hazier Starts, And The Commute
Patches of shallow fog are most likely before sunrise across marshy corridors, especially west of the Atchafalaya and in low-lying neighborhoods. That could briefly cut visibility on the Causeway and some riverfront routes. If you are heading out early, slow down, use low-beam headlights, and leave extra stopping room, and skip the cruise control on damp roads. Mid- to late-morning sunshine should mix out the fog and set up dry, pleasant afternoons.
Looking Toward The Weekend
High pressure is expected to keep conditions dry through Friday, but a weak front arriving late Friday into the weekend could knock temperatures down by about 10°F and increase rain chances. For recent context on this run of fog and early heat, see New Orleans wakes up in a fog.
