The Gulf air feels heavy this morning across southeast Louisiana — damp streets glisten under a low, gray sky as light mist drifts over the Crescent City. Temperatures hold near 57°F, but that mild calm won’t last. Meteorologists say a series of Gulf systems will sweep across the region mid- to late week, setting up for several rounds of heavy rain and possible thunderstorms.
According to the National Weather Service in New Orleans, skies will stay cloudy through the day with gusty northwest winds up to 25 mph. By midweek, winds ease and temperatures rise into the low 60s, but moisture builds quickly. Rain chances climb Wednesday night, with the first wave of scattered showers moving in before dawn Thursday.
Thursday looks soggy from start to finish. A strong southern flow will feed widespread downpours, and localized flooding may develop in low-lying and poor-drainage areas. Forecasters expect the heaviest rain Thursday afternoon through Friday morning — a time when many commuters could face reduced visibility and slick roadways along I-10, I-12, and Route 90.
Friday remains unsettled with additional showers and isolated thunder, though rainfall intensity should ease by late in the day. The weekend will bring a gradual drying trend and slightly cooler air, with highs near 61°F and clearer skies returning by Sunday — a welcome break for holiday decorators and outdoor shoppers.
Five-Day Outlook for New Orleans, LA
Today: Cloudy, high 52°F.
Tonight: Partly cloudy, low 41°F.
Wednesday: Increasing clouds, high 62°F.
Thursday: Heavy rain, high 63°F.
Friday: Showers likely, high 60°F.
