Central Louisiana residents can expect a chance of showers and thunderstorms today, with partly to mostly sunny skies returning for the rest of the week.
Today (Wednesday, June 5th): There’s a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms starting after 10:00 AM. The high will reach near 89 degrees Fahrenheit, but it will feel as hot as 98 degrees due to the heat index. Winds will be southerly,shifting to southwesterly in the morning with gusts up to 20 mph.
Tonight: The chance of showers and thunderstorms lingers through midnight, with a 40% chance. Partly cloudy skies are expected with a low around 71 degrees Fahrenheit. Winds will be light, becoming calm in the evening.
Sunny Skies Return Thursday Through Saturday: The rest of the week looks pleasant with mostly sunny skies. Highs will climb into the low to mid-90s each day, with lows in the low 70s. Thursday will have a slight chance of afternoon thunderstorms, while Friday and Saturday will be completely dry. Winds will be light and variable.
Slight Chance for Storms on Sunday and Monday: The chance of afternoon thunderstorms returns on Sunday and Monday, with a 20% and 40% chance respectively. Highs will remain in the low 90s on Sunday, before dropping slightly to the upper 80s on Monday. Lows will be in the low 70s on Sunday night and upper 60s on Monday night.
Tuesday: There’s a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms on Tuesday. Highs will be in the mid-80s with lows in the upper 60s.
Stay Weather Aware: It’s always a good idea to check the latest forecast before heading out, especially during days with a chance of thunderstorms.
Source: NWS-LC
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