Today:
Residents of the Alexandria/Pineville area should brace themselves for a day of weather fluctuations. There’s a 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms expected after 5 pm. Some of these storms could potentially be severe, so it’s crucial to stay weather-aware. Expect partly sunny skies with a high near 87. A south wind will blow between 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Tonight:
As night falls, the weather will remain unsettled. There’s a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8 pm, followed by a higher chance after 1 am. Some storms could be severe, accompanied by increasing clouds and a low around 66. The south wind will persist around 15 mph, with gusts reaching up to 25 mph. The chance of precipitation stands at 50%, with new rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Monday:
Monday brings a continued threat of showers and thunderstorms. The morning may see a chance of storms before 7 am, followed by showers and possibly a thunderstorm between 7 am and 1 pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely after 1 pm. Some of these storms could be severe, bringing heavy rainfall. Expect a high near 78 with a south wind of 10 to 15 mph, gusting up to 25 mph. The chance of precipitation is 100%, with new rainfall amounts between 2 and 3 inches possible.
Monday Night through Saturday:
The unsettled weather pattern persists throughout the week. Monday night carries a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1 am, with mostly cloudy skies and a low around 65. Tuesday and Wednesday offer a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with partly sunny skies and highs near 84. Wednesday night remains mostly cloudy with a low around 67. Thursday sees a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 pm, with partly sunny skies and a high near 84. Thursday night brings a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with mostly cloudy conditions and a low around 67. Friday holds a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with partly sunny skies and a high near 83, while Friday night remains mostly cloudy with a low around 65. Saturday wraps up the week with a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms and partly sunny skies, with a high near 86.
Residents are advised to stay informed about weather updates and be prepared for potential severe weather conditions throughout the week.
Source: NWS
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