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NEW: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued as storms move into Capital Area

NEW: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued as storms move into Capital Area

Posted 2:23 PM 5/28/2025 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

The National Weather Service has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH for East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, Assumption, Iberville, East Feliciana, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, St. James, Tangipahoa, and West Feliciana Parishes as well as, Amite and Wilkinson Counties (More)

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Tuesday PM Forecast: Front trapping storms over the region, a rare treat lies behind

Posted 4:47 PM 5/27/2025 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

A stalling front will trigger additional rounds of storms through the end of the week. But on the heels of the wet weather, a rare treat awaits.

Here’s a breakdown of what to expect:

- Wednesday to Friday: several rounds of storms, humid and mild

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5/26/2025

Monday PM Forecast: From weekend heat to weekday storms, active pattern underway

Posted 5:26 PM 5/26/2025 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

The first round of showers and storms will finish up around sunset, but much more is on the way. Multiple rounds are expected through the end of the week.

Tonight & Tomorrow: Any remaining storms should quickly fade away around sunset. The overnight hours will (More)

5/25/2025

Sunday PM Forecast: Keep umbrellas handy, multiple rounds of storms this week

Posted 5:45 PM 5/25/2025 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

Keep the rain gear close. Showers and storms will take advantage of a warm and steamy atmosphere this week.

Here’s a breakdown of what to expect:

- Memorial Day: warm and humid, scattered storms

- Rest of the Week: periods of rain and (More)

5/24/2025

Saturday PM Forecast: Isolated storms for now, wetter days ahead

Posted 5:43 PM 5/24/2025 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

Hot and humid weather continues with only isolated afternoon storms expected through Monday. A better chance of rain arrives Tuesday, with multiple rounds through the end of the week.

Memorial Day Weekend: So far today, the forecast has gone to expectation with spotty (More)

5/23/2025

Friday PM Forecast: hot, humid holiday weekend with pop-up storms possible

Posted 5:41 PM 5/23/2025 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

A warm, humid holiday weekend is ahead with summer-like afternoon storms. No washouts are expected, but have an indoor break option available in case of lightning.

-The Weekend: hot and humid, spotty showers and thunderstorms

-Memorial Day & (More)

5/22/2025

Thursday PM Forecast: pesky front returns humidity, maintains spotty thunderstorms

Posted 5:42 PM 5/22/2025 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

The weather over the next week will be marked by warm temperatures, gradually increasing humidity and therefore increasing coverage in showers and thunderstorms, particularly by Memorial Day.

-Friday into the Weekend: hot and humid, spotty showers and thunderstorms

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5/21/2025

Wednesday PM Forecast: don't get used to the steam relief

Posted 5:30 PM 5/21/2025 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

Thunderstorms with hail came as a weak cold front slipped south on Wednesday. After a short break in very high humidity, moisture will ramp back up Memorial Day Weekend.

-End of the Week: not quite as humid, isolated thunderstorms

-Weekend: hot and (More)

5/20/2025

Tuesday PM Forecast: tracking a front that may offer humidity relief for some

Posted 5:45 PM 5/20/2025 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

A weak cold front will slowly approach the Gulf Coast tonight, but don't expect a dramatic change in the weather. Most of the action associated with this front will stay well to our north.

-Rest of the Week: mostly dry, low 90s, slightly lower humidity

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5/19/2025

Monday PM Forecast: Heat, humidity, and a May cool front this week

Posted 7:34 PM 5/19/2025 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

The summer-like conditions will continue this week, with heat and humidity making itself known. A mid-week front will bring a few changes. 

Tonight & Tomorrow: Not much relief is expected tonight, as lows will bottom out in the middle 70s. Clouds will be prevalent (More)

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