NEW ORLEANS, La. – A soft, pearly fog hangs over the Crescent City this morning, blurring streetlights and slowing traffic along I-10 and the Causeway. The air feels heavy and warm now, but a sharp drop in temperatures is waiting just up the Mississippi River Valley — the kind that turns the air brisk and reminds Louisiana that fall still has bite.
According to the National Weather Service in New Orleans, areas of patchy fog will linger through sunrise, with visibility near a mile in spots. Skies clear quickly today as highs climb into the lower 80s. By Sunday, cooler air begins filtering south behind a front sweeping through the Mid-South, dropping highs into the low 70s before a steady cold snap takes hold Monday.
Residents should plan for the most noticeable chill of the season so far. North winds Monday could gust up to 25 mph, with morning lows near 40° across the Northshore and upper 30s possible north of Baton Rouge. While no freeze concerns are expected near the coast, gardeners farther inland should monitor plants and plumbing early next week.
Veterans Day will feel crisp but comfortable, with bright sunshine and highs near 60°. It’s ideal parade weather — jackets in the morning, short sleeves by midday. To be fair, this stretch isn’t winter yet, but it’s a clear early sign of seasonal transition. Long-range models hint that another stronger cold push may follow mid-month, hinting at a deeper Thanksgiving-season chill for the Gulf Coast.
Five-Day Forecast for New Orleans, LA:
Sat: 81/64 – Patchy fog early; mostly sunny and warm.
Sun: 71/43 – Breezy and cooler; clearing skies.
Mon: 55/39 – Sunny; fall chill settles in.
Tue: 61/50 – Bright and crisp for Veterans Day.
Wed: 73/58 – Milder and sunny; light winds.
