NEW ORLEANS, La. – The first weekend of November greets southeast Louisiana with gentle warmth and calm skies, a classic Gulf Coast lull before a brief cool-down early in the week. Early risers feel that soft, slightly humid air typical of late fall here — but a subtle shift is on the horizon as a northern breeze creeps closer by Sunday night.
According to the National Weather Service in New Orleans, a few passing sprinkles could develop this evening as weak moisture drifts inland from the Gulf. Rain chances stay slim — less than 20 percent — but damp pavement and low clouds could briefly slow travel across the Causeway and I-10 late tonight. Temperatures will stay mild, dipping only into the mid-50s before rebounding to near 70°F on Sunday.
Sunday brings mostly cloudy skies early, then increasing sunshine as drier air filters in from the north. The cooler flow continues into Monday, with crisp mornings in the upper 40s — a hint of late-fall air that may stick through midweek. Highs Monday and Tuesday should hold in the upper 60s to low 70s, ideal for early holiday decorating, lawn cleanup, or outdoor dining before cooler, drier air deepens again late week.
Forecasters note no sign of winter precipitation for Louisiana yet, though regional patterns suggest colder pushes could reach the lower Mississippi Valley by mid-November. Residents are encouraged to make use of the mild spell, check heating systems, and adjust clocks back one hour early Sunday morning.
Five-Day Forecast for New Orleans, LA:
Sat: 71/55 – Sunny early; chance of sprinkles late, calm breeze.
Sun: 70/49 – Clouds early, clearing by midday; cooler air building.
Mon: 67/51 – Sunny and pleasant; crisp morning start.
Tue: 72/55 – Mostly clear; light east breeze, mild.
Wed: 75/58 – Bright skies; gradual warming trend continues.
