Gretna, Louisiana – After a streak of mostly sunny skies and rising heat, storm chances creep back into Gretna by midweek, marking a shift in what has felt like an early summer preview.
According to the National Weather Service in New Orleans/Baton Rouge, Gretna will remain dry through Tuesday with temperatures peaking at 90°F. Humidity will stay high, and the combination of heat and moisture may make outdoor conditions feel oppressive by Tuesday afternoon. A chance of thunderstorms arrives Wednesday, with isolated showers possible mainly before 1 p.m. Motorists on LA-23 and local surface streets should watch for slick spots and brief downpours during morning commutes.
Saturday will top out near 89°F under mostly sunny skies, with light southwest winds. Clouds will increase Saturday night, but no rain is expected. Sunday and Monday remain dry, with highs in the upper 80s and mild winds under partly to mostly sunny skies. The peak heat hits Tuesday with a high near 90°F — drink plenty of water and limit outdoor activity during peak sun hours.
By Wednesday, the pattern shifts. A slight chance of thunderstorms, especially in the morning, may bring brief rain and localized flooding in low-lying areas. No severe weather is currently expected, but keep devices charged and monitor updates in case stronger cells develop.
Five-Day Outlook for Gretna, LA:
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 88°F
- Monday: Partly sunny, high 88°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 90°F
- Wednesday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, high 87°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 83°F
