New Orleans drivers could face wet roads Tuesday afternoon as thunderstorms move into southeast Louisiana, bringing gusty winds and reduced visibility. Anyone traveling along I-10 near New Orleans should expect slower commutes and potential delays through the early evening.
According to the National Weather Service in New Orleans, storm chances increase after 10 a.m. Tuesday with a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. The strongest cells may develop during peak travel hours, accompanied by wind gusts up to 25 mph. Officials urge residents to allow extra time on the roads and avoid driving through standing water.
The week begins with dry, warm conditions Monday, offering highs near 86 under full sun. Overnight lows will stay mild in the mid-70s, keeping the region humid into Tuesday’s storm window. By Wednesday, drier air returns with sunshine and highs around 87, though a slight chance of storms lingers in the afternoon.
Northeast winds will dominate most of the week, keeping temperatures manageable for early September. Still, the National Weather Service warns of changing conditions as scattered storms remain possible through Wednesday. Residents should charge devices, secure outdoor items, and prepare for brief power disruptions during Tuesday’s storms.
By Thursday, conditions clear again, leading to a bright, dry stretch through the weekend. Sunshine and highs near 89 will carry New Orleans into early next week, offering more stable fall weather.
Warnings remain possible if storm development intensifies Tuesday, with the next advisory expected early that morning.
Five-Day Forecast for New Orleans, LA
- Tuesday: High 86, chance of thunderstorms after 10 a.m., breezy.
- Wednesday: High 87, slight storm chance in afternoon.
- Thursday: High 89, sunny, calm evening.
- Friday: High 89, sunny skies, light winds.
- Saturday: High 89, sunny, light northeast breeze.
