New Orleans woke up to clear skies and cool air this Tuesday, with temperatures in the upper 50s and an expected high near 75°F later today. A steady northeast breeze will keep it feeling cooler than the thermometer, and those gusts are only set to climb as the day goes on.
Afternoon Winds Crank Up
Northeast winds of 10–15 mph are expected today, with gusts into the 20s this afternoon, so plan for breezy conditions on exposed bridges and along waterfront paths. The flow turns more easterly by Wednesday, and gusts could reach around 30 mph during the peak of the event. That is strong enough to make outdoor chores a bit of a hassle and send unsecured items tumbling around the yard.
Marine And Coastal Impacts
Small Craft Advisories are in effect across many local waters from about 1 a.m. Wednesday through roughly 7 a.m. Thursday, with the strongest winds and highest seas expected Wednesday and Thursday. Forecasters warn of sustained easterly winds around 20–30 knots and open-water waves up to 8–12 feet, and a prolonged onshore flow could push minor coastal flooding onto east-facing shores. Places such as Waveland and Shell Beach may see inundation of low-lying roads around high tide, including parts of Shoreline Park and Venetian Isle, according to the National Weather Service.
Rain Chances And Temperatures
Rain chances stay low overall, with only a slight chance for coastal showers late Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Temperatures hold in the mid-70s through Thursday, then warm into the upper 70s and low 80s by the weekend, with mostly sunny skies expected Saturday and Sunday.
What It Means For Your Plans
If you plan to be on the water, consider postponing recreational trips while advisories are active and secure loose gear at marinas. Drivers along east-facing shorelines should be cautious around afternoon high tides midweek and avoid low-lying streets if water begins to pond near the coast.
Earlier Coverage
We flagged an initial boating advisory and fog earlier this week, and today’s update tightens the marine headline and emphasizes the midweek coastal flooding risk. For background on the setup and commute impacts, see our earlier write-up Fog And Showers.
