New Orleans, LA – Rain returns to Southeast Louisiana this spring weekend, bringing a shift from sunshine to unsettled skies just in time for Sunday activities. A mostly sunny Friday and warm Saturday will give way to increased storm chances beginning Sunday afternoon and continuing into early next week.
According to the National Weather Service, a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms develops in the New Orleans metro area by Sunday afternoon, with greater chances arriving late Sunday night into Monday. Showers are expected to become more widespread early Monday, with thunderstorms possible into Tuesday. Temperatures will remain warm, with highs in the mid-80s and lows hovering around 70°F.
Motorists along I-10 should anticipate wet roads from Sunday evening through Tuesday. Commuters are urged to drive cautiously during morning and evening travel hours. Winds will remain moderate from the south at 10 to 15 mph, adding to humidity levels across the region.
Extended 5-Day Forecast for New Orleans Area:
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 84°F. South wind 5–15 mph.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, high around 83°F.
- Sunday: 20% chance of thunderstorms by afternoon, high near 84°F.
- Monday: Thunderstorms likely. High near 83°F, lows in upper 60s.
- Tuesday: Rain and storms continue. High near 83°F, lows in upper 60s.
