Warm afternoon
Expect quite a bit of sunshine. Afternoon temperatures will reach the mid-80s to low 90s across the area.
Tonight, temperatures will drop into the mid-60s on the Northshore and low 70s around New Orleans. We’ll watch for more fog early Friday, although clouds and wind may keep it from becoming as widespread.
A cold front arrives Friday
Friday will start warm, with afternoon temperatures reaching the mid-80s to around 90 degrees.
A cold front will move across the area Friday afternoon and evening. It is expected to bring little rain, but a noticeable change in temperature and humidity follows.
North winds will increase Friday night. By Saturday morning, temperatures will fall into the 50s across much of the Northshore and near 60 around New Orleans.
A cooler, breezy weekend
Saturday brings sunshine and highs in the lower to mid-70s. Gusty winds will make it feel even cooler.
Dry air and gusty winds could also help fires spread more easily Saturday. Avoid outdoor burning.
Sunday stays sunny with highs in the 70s. Early temperatures will be in the lower 50s around Covington and upper 50s around New Orleans.
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