Gretna, Louisiana – Storms are lining up across southeast Louisiana this Thursday as Gretna prepares for a stretch of unsettled spring weather heading into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, a 30% chance of thunderstorms develops Thursday after 1 p.m., followed by a higher risk of scattered storms through Friday night. Gusty winds and lightning are the primary concerns along I-10 and LA-23, especially during peak travel hours Thursday afternoon and early evening. Drivers should slow down on wet roads and remain alert for localized street flooding.
By Friday, showers become more widespread after 10 a.m., with a 50% chance of storms into the evening. Saturday brings the heaviest rain, with an 80% chance of thunderstorms and steady showers through the day. Areas from Gretna to Metairie could see soggy conditions and potential traffic backups on major routes.
Temperatures remain springlike, climbing into the mid-80s daily, with overnight lows in the low 70s. Winds will shift northeast by Saturday night, calming slightly into Sunday.
Here’s your extended five-day outlook:
- Thursday: Afternoon thunderstorms possible. High near 86°F.
- Friday: Showers and storms likely. High near 85°F.
- Saturday: Stormy and wet. 80% chance of rain. High near 82°F.
- Sunday: Mostly clear, slight chance of storms. High near 80°F.
- Monday: Breezy and dry with temps in the low 80s.
