Gretna, LA – A wet and stormy pattern is set to dominate the New Orleans area, beginning Wednesday afternoon and extending through the upcoming weekend. Residents should prepare for daily interruptions as strong thunderstorms are expected to develop each afternoon, potentially snarling commutes and altering outdoor plans for the Juneteenth holiday. The most significant activity will likely occur after 1 p.m. each day.
According to the National Weather Service, the region faces an 80% chance of precipitation on Wednesday. The day will start partly sunny before conditions shift. Showers and a possible thunderstorm are likely after 1 p.m., bringing a high near 89 degrees. Drivers along major corridors like I-10 and the Westbank Expressway should remain vigilant for sudden downpours and slick roads during the afternoon commute.
The unsettled weather continues directly into the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday. Showers and thunderstorms are expected, mainly between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., with additional storms possible later. With a high near 90, anyone with outdoor celebrations should have a backup plan. Be prepared to move indoors if you hear thunder.
This pattern of afternoon storms will define the weekend. Friday brings a 60% chance of thunderstorms, mainly after 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday will see continued storm chances with highs hovering around 90 degrees. This persistent threat extends into early next week, with showers and thunderstorms remaining in the outlook for Monday. Residents are advised to stay aware of changing conditions and have a way to receive weather alerts.
Five-Day Weather Outlook: Gretna
- Wednesday: High 89°F — Chance of T-storms after 1 p.m.
- Thursday (Juneteenth): High 90°F — T-storms likely, mainly in the afternoon.
- Friday: High 91°F — T-storms likely after 1 p.m.
- Saturday: High 90°F — Showers and thunderstorms likely.
- Sunday: High 90°F — Showers and thunderstorms likely.
