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Louisiana Weather Alert: New Orleans Rain Nov. 15-19, 25 MPH Gusts
NEW ORLEANS, LA — Gray skies, a cool breeze and increasing clouds are setting the stage for changing weather across southeastern Louisiana.
By Dylan Reeves · 2026-11-15T11:45:52.451Z
NEW ORLEANS, LA — Gray skies, a cool breeze and increasing clouds are setting the stage for changing weather across southeastern Louisiana.
Showers could develop Sunday evening, November 15, before a warmer, sunnier pattern takes hold across the New Orleans metro area.
According to the National Weather Service, rain chances increase to 30% Sunday night, with showers possible before 2 a.m. Monday.
The developing system could bring wet pavement and occasional travel disruptions before conditions improve early in the workweek.
Rain Chances Increase Before Monday Morning New Orleans Lakefront Airport reported 54 degrees early Sunday, with east winds near 17 mph.
Temperatures should climb toward 64 degrees during the afternoon as clouds increase.
East winds of 10 to 15 mph will accompany the changing conditions.
Sunday night brings a 30% chance of showers, mainly before 2 a.m.
Northeast winds near 10 mph could produce gusts reaching 25 mph.
Drivers using Interstate 10, Interstate 610 and the Crescent City Connection should remain alert for wet pavement if showers develop.
Allow extra time where rain reduces visibility.
Monday Brings Improving Conditions Monday, November 16, begins with a lingering 30% chance of showers before 8 a.m.
Partly sunny skies should follow, with temperatures reaching approximately 62 degrees.
Northeast winds continue at 10 to 15 mph.
Monday night becomes partly cloudy, with temperatures falling near 52 degrees.
Wind gusts could still reach 20 mph, particularly around exposed areas.
Wednesday and Thursday Bring Warmer Weather By Tuesday, November 17, sunshine returns with afternoon temperatures reaching 66 degrees.
Wednesday brings another improvement, with sunny skies and highs near 70 degrees.
The warming trend continues Thursday, November 19, when temperatures should approach 72 degrees.
For families planning outdoor activities, the middle of the week looks considerably more favorable than the beginning.
The supplied local outlook does not indicate accumulating snow, freezing temperatures or a tornado threat.
However, the Weather Prediction Center is monitoring a separate storm system affecting portions of eastern Texas and Louisiana.
That broader system could produce locally heavy rainfall and isolated strong thunderstorms in some areas.
The New Orleans area forecast currently shows only limited shower chances, without a specific severe weather threat.
Five Day New Orleans Weather Outlook: Nov. 15 19 Sunday, Nov. 15: Increasing clouds, high 64°F. East winds 10–15 mph. A 30% shower chance develops Sunday night, mainly before 2 a.m. Low 52°F, with gusts up to 25 mph. Monday, Nov. 16: A 30% chance of showers before 8 a.m., then partly sunny. High 62°F. Northeast winds 10–15 mph. Partly cloudy Monday night, low 52°F. Tuesday, Nov. 17: Sunny and warmer, high 66°F. Northeast winds 10–15 mph. Mostly clear Tuesday night, low 55°F. Wednesday, Nov. 18: Sunny, high 70°F. East winds 10–15 mph. Partly cloudy Wednesday night, low 58°F, with northeast gusts up to 20 mph. Thursday, Nov. 19: Mostly sunny, high 72°F. East winds 10–15 mph. Partly cloudy Thursday night, low 58°F. Looking Ahead: Nov. 20 21 Friday should bring sunshine and a high near 73 degrees.
Saturday looks even warmer, with sunny skies and temperatures approaching 75 degrees.
The supplied outlook shows no additional precipitation through Saturday.
For now, New Orleans residents should prepare for a brief period of unsettled weather before a noticeably warmer stretch arrives.
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