New Orleans, Louisiana – Thunderstorms could drench New Orleans and surrounding parishes Thursday, bringing up to 3 inches of rain and a continued flood watch.
According to the National Weather Service, a Flood Watch remains in effect through 7 p.m. Thursday across southeast Louisiana, including Orleans, Jefferson, and Plaquemines parishes. Thunderstorms are expected to intensify after 1 p.m. Thursday, with locally heavy downpours and frequent lightning. Flash flooding is possible, especially in low-lying areas and along key roadways like I-10 and US-90.
Winds will shift south, gusting near 20 mph as temperatures hold in the lower 80s. Isolated power outages or road closures are possible where drainage is poor. Residents should avoid travel during peak storm hours and clear storm drains today.
Friday continues the wet trend, with storms likely after noon. Conditions may improve slightly Friday evening, but Saturday brings scattered showers and a few breaks in the clouds. Sunday, Mother’s Day, starts off sunny before another round of thunderstorms returns by afternoon, paired with muggy highs in the upper 70s.
Extended 5-Day Forecast for New Orleans (as of May 7):
- Thursday: Showers, storms after 1 p.m., high near 80°F
- Friday: Storms likely by afternoon, high near 78°F
- Saturday: Spotty showers early, partial clearing, high near 76°F
- Sunday (Mother’s Day): Sun early, storms late, high near 77°F
- Monday: Drier, mostly sunny, high near 79°F
