Great weather for the Rapides Parish Fair is expected this week, with sunny skies and comfortable temperatures across Central Louisiana.
Today, the high will reach a pleasant 82°F, with a light north breeze at 5 to 10 mph and gusts up to 20 mph. Tonight will be cool and clear, with a low near 55°F, perfect for outdoor evening activities at the fair.
Wednesday and Thursday will see more sunshine, with highs near 83°F and 86°F, respectively. Nighttime lows will remain comfortably cool in the upper 50s. This pattern will hold through the weekend, with temperatures gradually climbing to 87°F by Sunday. Calm winds and clear skies promise ideal conditions for fairgoers.
Hurricane Milton Update
While Central Louisiana enjoys fair weather, Hurricane Milton poses a significant threat to Florida’s Gulf Coast. As of Monday night, Milton has strengthened to a Category 5 hurricane as it approaches Florida’s west coast on Wednesday.
A life-threatening storm surge and hurricane-force winds are forecast, prompting evacuations along the coast. Residents in the warning areas should heed official advisories and complete their preparations by Tuesday night.
Although Milton’s path will not directly impact Louisiana, local authorities urge residents to stay informed as hurricane season remains active. However, the great weather for the Rapides Parish Fair should remain uninterrupted, with no tropical threats for Central Louisiana in the immediate forecast.
For ongoing weather updates and hurricane information, visit hurricanes.gov. Stay safe, and enjoy the wonderful weather at the Rapides Parish Fair this week!
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