Gretna, Louisiana – Spring showers will dampen Gretna early Monday, but sunshine quickly returns — bringing a warmup to nearly 90°F by midweek.
According to the National Weather Service in New Orleans/Baton Rouge, a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected before 10 a.m. Monday, with a second round of rain possible after 4 p.m. Winds will stay light between 5 to 10 mph. Drivers using LA-23 and nearby routes may encounter slick pavement and reduced visibility early in the day.
While Monday begins unsettled, Tuesday through Thursday look dry and increasingly warm. Sunny skies will dominate with highs climbing from 85°F Tuesday to 89°F by Thursday. Overnight lows will hover in the upper 60s to low 70s, offering mild evenings and an early taste of summer.
Expect mostly clear skies Monday night, offering a calm evening for any outdoor plans. Tuesday and Wednesday continue the stretch of ideal spring weather, with slightly breezy southwest winds up to 15 mph by midweek.
Residents should stay weather-aware during Monday’s brief rain windows, especially during commutes. Use caution on wet roads, and secure outdoor items that could blow around during breezy conditions later in the week.
Looking ahead, Friday could see the week’s warmest temperatures — near 90°F — under mostly sunny skies. No additional rain is expected after Monday through at least Friday night.
Warnings remain minimal, but daily updates from the NWS are advised as temperatures climb and summer-like conditions settle in.
