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Mardi Gras Weekend Brings Sunny Skies and Comfortable Parade Weather Across South Louisiana

A Saturday cold front ushers in a brief cooldown before a warmer week with a chance of showers by Wednesday.

Overview

  • Friday parades begin with sunshine in the low 70s and finish the night in the 50s.
  • A cold front Saturday trims highs to the low 60s, with temperatures falling from the upper 50s after sunset to the upper 40s late.
  • Sunday turns slightly warmer with sun and afternoon readings reaching the mid 60s.
  • Acadiana nights stay chilly in the 40s with no freezes expected, keeping local Mardi Gras events on track.
  • Next week trends warmer with highs near the low 70s, light rain possible Wednesday and an uncertain chance of late‑week thunderstorms.