New Orleans, Louisiana – Thunderstorms are expected to drench the New Orleans metro area overnight Wednesday into Thursday, potentially making for a soggy and slow morning commute across southeastern Louisiana.
According to the National Weather Service in New Orleans, the region faces a 60% chance of showers and storms overnight, with rain persisting through 3 p.m. Thursday. New rainfall amounts will likely remain under a tenth of an inch, but isolated storms could bring heavier downpours. Winds will remain light, shifting from the east to the southeast by morning.
Cities including Gretna, Metairie, and Kenner should prepare for wet pavement during the morning rush. Thursday’s high is forecast near 84°F, with thunderstorms mainly before mid-afternoon. Drivers are urged to allow extra travel time and watch for slick road conditions.
While Thursday night brings only a slight chance of lingering storms, Friday could see another round of afternoon showers. Temperatures will climb into the upper 80s heading into the weekend, with mostly sunny skies returning by Saturday.
More updates will be issued if rainfall totals increase or if stronger thunderstorms develop Thursday morning.
