New Orleans, LA – A stormy stretch is on the way for southeast Louisiana, with heavy showers and thunderstorms likely to hit New Orleans on Sunday afternoon, bringing an 80% chance of rain and the potential for localized street flooding. Afternoon highs will reach near 89°F, with east-northeast winds adding to the muggy feel.
According to the National Weather Service, storms could begin as early as mid-morning Sunday, but the strongest activity is expected between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday will bring more of the same, with widespread showers and thunderstorms expected during the afternoon hours. The persistent downpours could impact travel on I-10, US-90, and key surface streets prone to ponding.
Residents should plan for reduced visibility, slow commutes, and possible drainage delays in low-lying areas. Outdoor events will be at risk of disruption, and umbrellas will be essential through at least Tuesday night. While temperatures will hover in the upper 80s, high humidity will keep the heat index in the low 90s between storms.
The unsettled weather pattern looks to hold until midweek, when conditions may begin to improve.
Five Day New Orleans, LA Forecast:
- Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly afternoon. High 89°F, low 78°F.
- Monday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly afternoon. High 89°F, low 78°F.
- Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly afternoon. High 88°F, low 77°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, isolated afternoon storms. High 89°F, low 78°F.
- Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High 89°F, low 78°F.
