Gretna, LA – A streak of clear skies and warming spring temperatures will dominate Louisiana’s weather pattern through the weekend, with Gretna enjoying sunny days and mild evenings starting Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service in New Orleans/Baton Rouge, Wednesday will bring a high of 73°F with calm morning winds becoming southwest at around 5 mph. That night will stay clear with a low around 57°F and a light west wind shifting to 5 to 10 mph by morning.
Thursday will reach 79°F under full sun, with southwest breezes at 5 to 10 mph. Travelers along I-10 and U.S. 90 can expect uninterrupted visibility and smooth conditions, ideal for midweek commutes and spring break trips. Nights will stay crisp, cooling into the low 60s.
The trend continues Friday, which tops out at 76°F with a low near 56°F. Winds from the northwest may pick up slightly, reaching 15 mph, but skies remain bright.
By Saturday, temperatures hover in the mid-70s with clear skies persisting into Sunday. Winds will rotate northeast to south through the weekend, signaling spring transitions but no weather hazards.
5-Day Forecast Overview (Gretna, LA):
- Wednesday: Sunny, High 73°F / Low 57°F
- Thursday: Sunny, High 79°F / Low 62°F
- Friday: Sunny, High 76°F / Low 56°F
- Saturday: Sunny, High 73°F / Low 60°F
- Sunday: Sunny, High 78°F / Low 62°F
