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• Thursday AM Forecast: Rounds of showers and storms today and tomorrow Play Video

  March 21, 2024 7:07 AM

  Numerous showers arrive this afternoon with a chance for storms on Friday. Storms exit by late Friday night and drier conditions will make for a pleasant weekend. Today & Tonight: Temperatures throughout the day today will stay mild, with morning lows in the low 50's and afternoon temperatures recorded... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: incoming rain for the end of the workweek

  March 20, 2024 5:13 PM

  Our next chance of rain arrives on Thursday as a storm system passes to our south through the Gulf of Mexico. New data continues to trend showers and thunderstorms later and later into Friday. Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds will come and go during the overnight hours. Do not expect... more »

• Friday PM Forecast: rounds of showers and thunderstorms through holiday weekend Play Video

  March 15, 2024 11:37 AM

  After a stormy Friday afternoon, we expect a few more rounds of rain into St. Patrick's Day weekend. Although it will be wise to have the rain gear on hand this weekend, one day is looking wetter than the other. Tonight & Tomorrow: Expect showers and thunderstorms to taper... more »

• UPDATE: Severe weather threat winding down Play Video

  March 8, 2024 10:24 AM

  7:00 PM Update - Spotty to isolated thundershowers will be possible through the rest evening, but the coverage and intensity should be much less. Radar does not look very impressive at this hour. The severe weather threat has just about wrapped up at this point. For the Baton Rouge... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Another nice day, followed by next round of storms Play Video

  March 6, 2024 5:11 PM

  Expect another warm day on Thursday, but you might notice an increase in cloud cover. Clouds continue to thicken into Friday as storms make a return, a few of which could be on the stronger side. Tonight & Tomorrow : We’ll continue to see mostly clear skies on Wednesday... more »

• Tuesday AM Forecast: Scattered storms today, Another system arrives on Friday Play Video

  March 5, 2024 6:59 AM

  Scattered storms will be around early today with drier conditions for mid-week. A weather system on Friday will bring another opportunity to see numerous storms around the state. Today & Tonight: Rain and storms early Tuesday stay to the south and east of the Baton Rouge area. Roads may... more »

• Monday AM Forecast: Foggy and warm this morning, Storms around later today Play Video

  March 4, 2024 6:47 AM

  Patchy fog around for Monday morning's commute will be traded for showers and storms by the evening commute. Heavy downpours, hail and gusty winds are possible with storms today and tomorrow. Today & Tonight : Monday starts off warm and foggy. Early morning commuters may run into... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Better opportunities for rain as we start the week Play Video

  March 3, 2024 7:03 PM

  Better opportunities for showers and storms arrive as we begin a new workweek. The Storm Station is tracking the potential for locally heavy rain and perhaps a strong storm or two. Tonight & Tomorrow : Any spotty showers that can develop early Sunday evening will quickly dissipate as the... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Lingering clouds and lots of wind into Monday Play Video

  February 4, 2024 5:33 PM

  Rain exits the region very early on Monday. Lingering clouds and lots of wind will be left in its wake. Things quiet down by midweek, before we open the door for another round of rain chances. Tonight & Tomorrow : Spotty showers are possible late Sunday afternoon and evening.... more »

• UPDATE: Tornado Watch extended for the Capital Area Play Video

  January 7, 2024 4:51 PM

  11:00pm Update - As of 10:48pm, a line of storms was moving through Baton Rouge. These contained gusty winds, but were below severe limits. The severe threat is over for Baton Rouge, but areas east and southeast will still need to monitor these storms. They have thankfully exhibited a weakening... more »

• Sunday AM Forecast: Quiet weather today, severe storms possible tomorrow Play Video

  January 7, 2024 9:24 AM

  UPDATE - 12:20 p.m. Sunday: The Storm Prediction Center has upgraded portions of southeast Louisiana, including Baton Rouge, to a Level 3/5 risk for severe weather. Scattered severe weather will be possible with storms that pass through on Monday. The strongest storms arrive after dark, and the threat appears to... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Gradually warming up ahead of our next storm system Play Video

  December 7, 2023 7:07 AM

  After a very cold morning, temperatures begin to rebound on Thursday afternoon. That trend will continue through Saturday ahead of our next cold front. That front will be a strong one, and brings out next best shot of seeing showers and thunderstorms. Today & Tonight : The coldest air... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Watching the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms Play Video

  November 19, 2023 7:03 PM

  After a pleasant weekend, a strong storm system could make things not so pleasant to start to the week. Showers and thunderstorms will be possible on Monday, especially during the evening hours. A few storms could be on the strong to severe side. Tonight & Tomorrow : A few... more »

• SEVERE T-STORM WATCH until 9pm for Metro Area

  July 22, 2023 3:27 PM

  The National Weather Service has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH until 9pm for the entire WBRZ Viewing Area, except St. Mary Parish. The primary threats this afternoon and evening include, scattered damaging wind gusts to 70mph and isolated large hail to 1.5 inches in diameter. Of course, thunderstorms also mean... more »

• Roofers flock to neighborhoods hit by unprecedented hail storm Play Video

  June 21, 2023 4:31 PM

  BRUSLY - Tuesday's hail storm was unprecedented. It's something Louisiana has not seen before - hail as big as your palm in some areas. Vicky Gaudet described the clatter as "explosions going off." "It was loud, I never have seen this before," Vicky Gaudet said. After a... more »

• After historic hail thumps area, heat and storms set to relent Play Video

  June 20, 2023 9:37 PM

  After a historic hail event across the Capital Area on Tuesday evening, a slow transition back to more typical summertime weather is anticipated. Temperatures will creep back toward advisory levels by the end of the Storm Station 7-Day Forecast. ?? Make no mistake, the #hail across Metro... more »

• Stormy morning commute expected on Thursday Play Video

  April 26, 2023 5:25 PM

  The morning drive could prove slow across the Metro Area on Thursday due to showers and thunderstorms. Additionally, some thunderstorms could turn severe. Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds will increase overnight as a south breeze of 5-10mph keeps low temperatures in the upper 60s. A shower or thunderstorms is possible... more »

• South Louisiana wades its way through day two of stormy weather Play Video

  April 14, 2021 7:54 AM

  BATON ROUGE - On Wednesday morning, amid storm-related road closures and a lengthy Flash Flood watch for the region, residents across south Louisiana are wading their way through yet another day of rain. Reports of hail near Baton Rouge's Gardere area crept into many a social media timeline around... more »

• West Baton Rouge, Baker residents see hail during Tuesday morning storm

  April 13, 2021 12:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE - As a Tuesday morning storm inundates Baton Rouge and surrounding areas with vast amounts of rain, thunder, and lightning, some residents in Baker and West Baton Rouge are even seeing hail. According to the National Weather Service of New Orleans, public reports confirmed penny-sized hail in... more »

• SEVERE T-STORM WATCH until 9am Wednesday

  April 29, 2020 4:46 AM

  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, St. Mary and West Feliciana Parishes as well as, Amite and Wilkinson Counties until 9am Wednesday. A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH... more »

• Another round of strong storms ahead of a quiet stretch Play Video

  April 22, 2020 7:18 AM

  Another frontal system is set to move across Louisiana and Mississippi. Yet again, we need to be aware of the possibility of strong thunderstorms Wednesday night and especially Thursday morning. Since part of the threat will be at night while many of us are asleep, have a way to receive... more »

• Greater Baton Rouge area under a tornado watch Play Video

  April 17, 2020 7:05 PM

  *TORNADO WATCH* for the shaded area. We're tracking storms and will bring you warnings, if issued. #WBRZwx pic.twitter.com/PiMrQ6igIx — WBRZ Weather (@WBRZweather) April 20, 2020 *TORNADO WATCH* for the shaded area. We're tracking storms and will bring you warnings, if issued. #WBRZwx pic.twitter.com/RVtxQLkfUX —... more »

• Time to dry out Play Video

  May 4, 2017 7:06 AM

  The weight is lifted—no weather worries through the weekend! Returning sunshine, low humidity and cool to seasonable temperatures are in the forecast. THE FORECAST: Today and Tonight: Temperatures have really fallen off in the last 48 hours as a cold front has pushed through the area. Clouds... more »

• Have a plan, storms to threaten while many are asleep

  March 29, 2017 5:48 PM

  Showers and thunderstorms are expected to begin tonight. The greatest threat for severe weather will be overnight, shortly after storms begin. Damaging wind, large hail and isolated tornadoes are all possible—especially in areas north and west of Baton Rouge. These overnight threats make it really important to have a way... more »

• Risk for more severe weather on Thursday

  March 28, 2017 10:08 AM

  Thunderstorms could cause hail and gusty wind on Thursday. Here is an updated forecast from the WBRZ Weather Team. The risk for severe weather on Thursday continues to increase. The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has issued a “Day 3 Convective Outlook” highlighting the WBRZ Weather forecast... more »

• Strong storms roll through Baton Rouge area Play Video

  March 25, 2017 12:33 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A thunderstorm is rocking the Baton Rouge area, bringing with it lightning and hail. These pictures of hail sent to us by 2 News Reporter Mark Armstrong. Mark shot the video near downtown Baton Rouge just before 11 AM. Some Saturday events are canceled because of... more »

• UPDATE: severe weather threat pushed into Saturday

  March 24, 2017 1:48 PM

  The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center (SPC) continues a “slight risk” for severe weather on Saturday. This means scattered severe storms are possible within the forecast area. An isolated intense thunderstorm is possible. On a scale of 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest) severe weather threat, this event is a... more »

• What you should know: severe thunderstorms Play Video

  March 6, 2017 12:09 PM

  A Severe Thunderstorm warning is issued when the National Weather Service detects a thunderstorm that is capable of producing wind gusts of in excess of 58 miles per hour or hail that is over one-inch in diameter. Severe Thunderstorms can even produce flash flooding and tornadoes. While lightning is certainly... more »

• SEVERE T-STORM WATCH until 12pm for Baton Rouge area

  April 27, 2016 9:09 AM

  The National Weather Service has issued a *SEVERE T-STORM WATCH* for the ENTIRE WBRZ Weather forecast area until 12pm. ***10am UPDATE: the watch has been extended until 3pm*** Locations within the SEVERE T-STORM WATCH area include the parishes of East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, Assumption, East... more »

• Scattered storms continue, downpours and hail possible

  April 14, 2016 7:21 AM

  After one more day with rain in the forecast, unsettled weather will finally slacken off. THE FORECAST: Today and Tonight: Thursday will bring another bout of scattered showers and thunderstorms—precipitation is not expected to be as heavy and widespread as Wednesday though. Most of the rain will be... more »

• *SEVERE T-STORM WATCH* issued for part of WBRZ Weather Forecast area

  April 11, 2016 2:24 PM

  The National Weather Service has issued a *SEVERE T-STORM WATCH* for parts of the WBRZ Weather forecast area until 7pm. Locations within the SEVERE T-STORM WATCH area include the parishes of East Feliciana, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena and West Feliciana in Louisiana and the Counties of Amite, Pike and... more »

• Isolated strong storms, 1-2" rain by Saturday

  March 17, 2016 7:27 AM

  Precipitation location will be the most important factor in determining if the next few days present new flooding issues. THE FORECAST: Today and Tonight: Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected for your St. Patrick’s Day. While it won’t be a total washout, keep the umbrella close into the... more »

• SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS: Wind and Hail

  February 29, 2016 10:56 AM

  The National Weather Service issues a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING when a storm is capable of producing, winds of 58mph or greater, hail up to one-inch in diameter or a tornado. Straight-line winds produced by severe thunderstorms can produce as much or more damage than a weak... more »

• WBRZ Forecast Area under TORNADO WATCH until 6pm Monday

  February 15, 2016 10:48 AM

  The National Weather Service has issued a *TORNADO WATCH* for the WBRZ Weather forecast area until 6pm Monday. Locations within the TORNADO WATCH area include the parishes of East Baton Rouge, Ascension, Assumption, East Feliciana, Iberville, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, St. Mary Tangipahoa, West Baton Rouge and... more »