Todays weather in New Orleans - Saturday - 16 May 2026

(00:00:00) Todays weather in New Orleans - Saturday - 16 May 2026 (00:00:47) Today's Forecast Details (00:01:24) Humidity Rising This Weekend (00:02:11) Sunday Storm Threat (00:02:56) What to Watch Going Forward (00:03:22) Riley's New Orleans Closing Today is the most comfortable day New Orleans is going to see for a while, and that's worth stepping outside for. The Gulf moisture that usually makes mid-May feel oppressive has pulled back, leaving the city with moderate humidity, temperatures climbing into the mid-to-upper 80s, and a gentle southeast breeze at five to ten miles per hour. For New Orleans in May, this is as close to ideal as it gets.Your commute this morning is straightforward — no rain, no weather-related slowdowns, and no severe weather alerts in effect. A light layer in the early morning if you run cool, but by midday you'll be fine in something light and breathable. Outdoor activities, morning runs, a walk along the Mississippi, lunch on a patio — all of it is genuinely manageable today. Take advantage of it.The shift begins Saturday. Gulf moisture is already moving back in, and you'll feel the humidity climbing through the day — that familiar muggy weight settling back over the city. It won't be dramatic, but the trend is unmistakable.Sunday is the day to watch. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible as a wet system moves through. No severe weather alerts have been issued, but timing and intensity are still coming into focus. If you have outdoor plans Sunday — a festival, patio brunch, anything requiring dry skies — build in some flexibility and check for updates Saturday evening.The practical takeaway: today is the one to bank on. Wear something light, skip the umbrella, and get outside while this comfort window lasts.This episode includes AI-generated content.