FIRST ALERT: Overnight light showers through the Wednesday morning drive

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Clouds will be on the increase this evening, followed by some light spotty overnight showers that will last into the morning commute.

With not much rain expected, and extremely dry drought conditions, we are not likely to get real relief.

Fire spread concerns stay elevated through the week. If you’re in a parish or county under a burn ban, leave the burn pile alone. If there’s no official ban where you live, take extra precautions and keep that in mind before you light anything outdoors.

You may notice clouds increasing through this evening as a disturbance from Texas. We'll see late overnight through morning drive spotty showers. A FIRST ALERT issued to be prepared for an on/off wet AM drive. Friday through Sunday, coldest air Saturday am 38° north & 48° south. pic.twitter.com/CoXG6DmqJB

— Bruce Katz (@BruceKatzFOX8) November 10, 2026

Changes are on the way. A strong but dry cold front is locked in for early Thursday, and it will bring much drier and colder air.

The cooldown starts slowly Thursday, then becomes noticeable Friday.

Morning lows will fall to the lower 40s to lower 50s, and highs will stay in the 60s for much of the area.

Boaters should plan ahead, because strong northwest winds behind the front will create hazardous conditions on the coastal waters Thursday and likely through Friday night.

The first freeze of the season is possible Saturday morning. High pressure will settle overhead with clear skies, light winds and very dry air, which is a good setup for the temperature to drop quickly overnight.

Cold spots could dip into the mid-30s, and a few spots could reach the lower 30s.

Frost is possible, so cover or bring in your sensitive plants.

Sunday morning looks chilly too. Clouds should increase later Sunday, and the next decent chance for rain arrives Monday, though how much rain falls depends on how quickly the high-pressure ridge breaks down.

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