New Orleans Week-Ahead Home Guide, Oct 11 to Oct 17: Gusty Days Ahead
The National Weather Service forecast for New Orleans, LA shows highs from 76°F to 87°F and a coldest night near 62°F for Oct 11 to Oct 17. Here is how to plan chores, energy use and meals around it.
The National Weather Service forecast for New Orleans, LA covers Oct 11 to Oct 17, 2026. Highs range from 76°F to 87°F, with the coldest night near 62°F, and no day carries a better-than-even chance of rain or snow.
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The Week at a Glance
- Sunday, Oct 11: Mostly Clear, low 68°F, 0 percent chance of precipitation.
- Monday, Oct 12: Sunny, high 87°F, low 69°F, 0 percent chance of precipitation.
- Tuesday, Oct 13: Sunny, high 87°F, low 70°F, 0 percent chance of precipitation.
- Wednesday, Oct 14: Sunny, high 86°F, low 71°F, 0 percent chance of precipitation.
- Thursday, Oct 15: Sunny, high 86°F, low 73°F, 2 percent chance of precipitation.
- Friday, Oct 16: Sunny, high 86°F, low 67°F, 15 percent chance of precipitation.
- Saturday, Oct 17: Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny, high 76°F, low 62°F, 15 percent chance of precipitation.
What to Do Around the House This Week
- Use the dry stretch: the chance of rain stays under 30 percent on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. That is a good window for exterior painting, window washing or sealing a deck, since most paints and sealants need 50°F or warmer.
- Secure the outdoors before Friday: winds may reach 20 mph. Tie down patio furniture, stow cushions and move trash bins against a wall.
October Household Checklist
- Drain and store garden hoses, and shut off outdoor water lines before the first hard freeze.
- Test the heating system on a mild day so any repair is not an emergency call.
- Reverse ceiling fans to spin clockwise on low to push warm air down.
In Season at the Market
Produce that is typically in season across much of the country in October includes apples, pumpkins, pears, cranberries and brussels sprouts. Buying what is in season usually means better flavor and lower prices, so plan a few of this week's meals around it.
Forecasts change, so check the latest National Weather Service update for New Orleans before scheduling outdoor work.
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