Louisiana wakes up warm and breezy across New Orleans, with clouds drifting over Lake Pontchartrain and damp pavement still drying out. At 62 degrees with south winds gusting near 28 mph, the air feels more like spring than mid-February. A few brief showers may still brush parts of Jefferson and Orleans parishes before skies brighten.
According to the National Weather Service in New Orleans/Baton Rouge, a slight chance of showers lingers through late morning before gradual clearing. Highs climb to 74 degrees today, with west winds 10 to 15 mph and gusts up to 25 mph. Conditions steadily improve by early afternoon.
Across southeast Louisiana, including Metairie and Gretna, the broader system shifts east. Severe weather remains limited locally, but gusty winds may make driving across the Causeway or Crescent City Connection a bit choppy. Keep both hands on the wheel during stronger gusts.
Clouds decrease tonight with lows near 54 degrees. Washington’s Birthday turns mostly cloudy early, then gradually sunny with highs near 69. By Tuesday, sunshine returns and temperatures rise to 72. Wednesday pushes toward 78 with partly sunny skies and light southwest winds.
President’s Day week trends even warmer, with highs near 80 by Thursday and Friday. The 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across Louisiana, signaling early spring vibes. With warm afternoons and cooler mornings, isolated slick spots could form briefly on elevated roads if moisture lingers.
If you’re heading out along I-10 or U.S. 90 today, expect improving conditions by midday. Are you feeling that early spring warmth yet?
Five Day Outlook for New Orleans, Louisiana:
Monday (Washington’s Birthday): High 69, decreasing clouds.
Tuesday: High 72, mostly sunny.
Wednesday: High 78, partly sunny.
Thursday: High 80, partly sunny.
Friday: High 80, slight chance of showers.
