New Orleans, La. – Drivers, festival-goers, and outdoor workers across Louisiana face sweltering heat and scattered storm chances Saturday, raising travel and safety concerns. Heat index values could push to 105°F by midday in New Orleans, with brief downpours and lightning possible during afternoon hours.
According to the National Weather Service, a slight chance of showers begins by late morning, followed by higher storm chances between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Light northwest winds will shift north in the afternoon. Motorists along I-10 should prepare for sudden visibility drops and slick roads during passing storms.
Saturday’s high will hover near 93°F, but oppressive humidity will make conditions feel more extreme. Residents should limit strenuous outdoor activity, hydrate frequently, and check on vulnerable neighbors. Outdoor events may need to adjust schedules due to fast-moving cells.
Storm chances linger into Saturday night, with lows near 79°F. Sunday brings another round of scattered thunderstorms and heat, with highs around 92°F. Conditions briefly ease Monday with slightly lower humidity, but hot, humid air will return midweek.
Warnings remain possible if storms intensify or heat index values rise above 105°F. Updates will follow as conditions change.
Five Day Forecast for New Orleans, La.:
- Saturday: High 93°F, heat index 105°F, scattered thunderstorms. Low 79°F.
- Sunday: High 92°F, storms likely in afternoon. Low 79°F.
- Monday: High 91°F, slight chance of storms. Low 79°F.
- Tuesday: High 91°F, mostly sunny. Low 79°F.
- Wednesday: High 91°F, chance of storms. Low 78°F.
