Todays weather in New Orleans - Saturday - 23 May 2026

(00:00:00) Todays weather in New Orleans - Saturday - 23 May 2026 (00:00:22) Tonight's Conditions (00:00:50) Saturday Rain and Thunder (00:01:08) Memorial Day Forecast (00:01:30) What to Wear and Watch (00:02:01) New Orleans Weekend Takeaway New Orleans has one calm night left before a soggy holiday weekend takes over. Tonight is mild and mostly cloudy at 75°F with only an 8% rain chance — enjoy it while it lasts.Saturday brings the first wave of showers and thunderstorms, likely after 8 a.m., with a high near 87°F and a 57% chance of rain. Up to three-quarters of an inch of rainfall is possible. Morning is your outdoor window — don't count on the afternoon staying dry. Saturday night holds a 50% storm chance with a low near 76°F.Sunday escalates quickly. Rain chances jump to 86% and stay there through Sunday night as the pattern locks in. The city is going to be wet heading into the holiday.Memorial Day is the headline: a 92% chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 83°F, south winds at 5–10 mph. If you're planning a cookout or outdoor event Monday, have a real backup plan — this is an all-day soaker, not a brief afternoon shower.For tonight, light layers are fine. It's warm and humid but comfortable under the clouds. Pack an umbrella for Saturday and keep it in your bag through Tuesday — you will use it. No active weather alerts are in effect right now, though Saturday morning thunderstorms are worth watching if you're on the road early.Bottom line: tonight is yours, New Orleans. Starting Saturday, the rain moves in and doesn't plan to leave anytime soon.This episode includes AI-generated content.