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New Orleans, LA Weather Alert: Monday Winds Hit 30 MPH Nov. 12-16
Louisiana — Sunshine and comfortable November warmth will give way to cooler air across southeastern Louisiana before gusty winds and showers return early next week. New Orleans could experience a 27
By Rachel Monroe · 2026-11-12T10:45:01.220Z
Louisiana — Sunshine and comfortable November warmth will give way to cooler air across southeastern Louisiana before gusty winds and showers return early next week. New Orleans could experience a 27 degree temperature swing, with lows falling near 48 degrees Friday night and northeast wind gusts reaching 30 mph Monday.
According to the National Weather Service New Orleans/Baton Rouge office, temperatures should reach approximately 75 degrees Thursday before cooler air settles across the region.
The more noticeable changes arrive Friday and Saturday, followed by increasing rain chances Sunday night and Monday.
Friday Brings a 27 Degree Temperature Swing Thursday afternoon offers sunny skies and temperatures reaching approximately 75 degrees.
Northwest winds around 5 to 10 mph will accompany the warm conditions.
However, temperatures fall near 54 degrees Thursday night.
Friday, November 13, brings another sunny day, but temperatures only reach approximately 67 degrees.
Northwest winds around 5 to 10 mph will maintain the cooler pattern.
By Friday night, temperatures could fall near 48 degrees.
That represents a 27 degree difference from Thursday's expected high.
For residents across Orleans, Jefferson and surrounding parishes, the cooler conditions may be noticeable during early morning activities.
Saturday Brings Sunshine Before Weather Changes Saturday, November 14, offers another bright day.
Sunny skies should help temperatures reach approximately 62 degrees.
Northeast winds around 5 to 10 mph will accompany the cooler afternoon.
Saturday night temperatures fall near 49 degrees under partly cloudy skies.
The dry weather provides a useful opportunity for outdoor activities, yard cleanup and securing lightweight decorations.
However, residents should prepare for increasing winds and changing conditions as the weekend progresses.
Sunday Brings Increasing Clouds and Rain Chances Sunday, November 15, begins with mostly sunny skies and temperatures reaching approximately 66 degrees.
East winds around 10 to 15 mph will develop during the day.
Clouds increase Sunday night, with a 20% chance of showers after midnight.
Temperatures should fall near 52 degrees.
East winds could gust as high as 25 mph.
For drivers traveling Interstate 10, Interstate 610 and the Crescent City Connection, gusty winds may become noticeable on exposed roadways and bridges.
Monday Winds Could Reach 30 MPH Monday, November 16, brings the most significant weather change in the five day outlook.
A chance of showers develops as temperatures reach approximately 63 degrees.
Northeast winds around 15 mph could gust as high as 30 mph.
Those winds may affect elevated roadways, outdoor events and lightweight objects.
Residents should secure loose decorations and allow additional time if traveling during showers.
Monday night brings a slight chance of showers before midnight, with temperatures near 51 degrees.
What About Thanksgiving Weather? The NOAA Weather Prediction Center reports that polar air is spreading across the eastern United States.
However, the supplied New Orleans forecast does not indicate freezing temperatures or snow through Wednesday.
Instead, the primary concerns remain cooler mornings, increasing winds and Monday's rain chances.
Residents should continue monitoring updated weather information as Thanksgiving approaches.