NEW ORLEANS, La. – A warm, calm fall weekend will turn briefly stormy Sunday across the New Orleans metro area as weak thunderstorms move through before a dry, sunny stretch returns early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in New Orleans, isolated showers and storms will develop Saturday night into Sunday morning along and north of I-10 and U.S. 90, bringing scattered rain and brief gusty winds. While rainfall totals will stay light, sudden downpours could cause slick roads from Metairie to Kenner during early travel hours.
Residents heading to church services, fall markets, or Saints watch parties should plan for quick-moving showers through midday. The Louisiana Department of Transportation reminds drivers to keep headlights on during rain and reduce speeds along I-10 and the Crescent City Connection when visibility drops.
By Sunday evening, skies will clear as high pressure builds over the Gulf, bringing back mild and sunny conditions for Monday. Temperatures will hover near 80°F through midweek, making for ideal conditions for outdoor work, decorating, and late-October festivals across southern Louisiana.
Looking ahead, the region will enjoy mostly dry weather into midweek with only a slight chance of light rain returning by Tuesday. The week ahead looks bright and seasonably warm, perfect for fall park visits or prepping for Halloween displays.
Five-Day Forecast for New Orleans, LA:
Fri: 85/72 – Mostly sunny; light southeast breeze.
Sat: 84/71 – Partly sunny; isolated PM showers.
Sun: 82/62 – Scattered showers early; clearing late.
Mon: 80/65 – Sunny, pleasant; light winds.
Tue: 84/66 – Mostly sunny; calm, warm fall day.
