New Orleans wakes up warm and sticky today, with clear skies and mid-morning temperatures hovering near 72°F. A southeast breeze around 5–15 mph will keep the humidity cranked up, so it will feel every bit as muggy as it sounds. Partly sunny skies dominate early, but scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to pop up after noon, with highs near 82°F and some fast-hitting downpours possible right around the afternoon drive.
Afternoon Storm Chances
Rain chances climb to about 50% this afternoon, with the best shot at showers and thunderstorms west of the city from early to mid-afternoon. Most spots are only looking at light rainfall totals of less than a tenth of an inch, but a few stronger cells could dump heavier rain and kick up gusty winds,…..