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Monday AM Forecast: Turning drier, with winter making a brief return Play Video
March 18, 2024 7:09 AM
Cool and breezy conditions take hold over the capital area on Monday. Winter makes a brief return into Tuesday morning, with many spots along and north of the interstate potentially seeing frost and/or light freeze conditions. Today & Tonight : We're finally on the backside of the soggy stretch.... more » -
Friday PM Forecast: Severe threat over, now looking forward to a nice weekend Play Video
March 8, 2024 7:36 PM
Rain will taper off on Friday night, setting us up for a cooler and drier weekend with lingering clouds. Temperatures gradually rebound next week, but rain will be hard to come by for the next little while. Tonight & Tomorrow : The severe weather threat has come to... 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 » -
Wednesday AM Forecast: A few nice days before storm chances return Play Video
March 6, 2024 5:59 AM
After a stormy start to the week, Wednesday and Thursday will be very nice days with sunshine and warm temperatures. By Friday, more storms arrive to southern Louisiana. Today & Tonight : Mainly clear skies and calm winds early Wednesday has allowed fog to form and visibilities to be... more » -
Tuesday PM Forecast: Brief pause in rainfall, next system arrives Friday Play Video
March 5, 2024 5:11 PM
Drier conditions take over for a couple of days, along with warmer temperatures. The pause in rainfall will come to an end by late week ahead of our next storm system. Tonight & Tomorrow : Late day clearing leads to mostly clear skies on Tuesday evening. Less cloud cover,... more » -
Graves says he'll run again for his current seat
March 4, 2024 9:09 PM
BATON ROUGE - Congressman Garret Graves, R-Baton Rouge, said Monday that he intends to run for reelection in his current district. Graves said he believes the court will throw out the redrawn district maps. The Congressional district lines are the subject of a federal lawsuit demanding a second... 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 » -
Wednesday PM Forecast: Trading shorts for sweaters, rain to follow Play Video
February 28, 2024 4:32 PM
We are chilly and mainly dry behind a cold front on Thursday. These changes are short-lived, however. Temperatures climb along with rain chances as we close out the workweek. Tonight & Tomorrow : The capital area finds itself behind a cold front on Wednesday night. That will set us... more » -
Last chance: Our final opportunity to see a solar eclipse for decades Play Video
February 27, 2024 4:17 PM
BATON ROUGE - On Monday, April 8th, 2024, another solar eclipse takes over skies across North America. Solar eclipses happen when the Moon passes between the Earth and Sun at a position where the Moon casts a shadow on the Earth. Those caught in the path of this shadow experience... more » -
Monday PM Forecast: Warm days are numbered, changes arrive Wednesday Play Video
February 26, 2024 3:59 PM
Warm and windy weather carries onward into Tuesday. This will be followed by pattern shift with the arrival of our next cold front on Wednesday. Tonight & Tomorrow : A few clouds linger into Monday evening, with increasing clouds overnight. Although these will be low clouds, we do not... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: Spring-like for a few days, changes coming by midweek Play Video
February 25, 2024 7:18 PM
Warm and breezy conditions are here to stay for a couple of days. The spring feel comes to an end by midweek as a cold front overtakes the area. The front also opens the door for rain chances to creep back in. Tonight & Tomorrow : Expect another mainly... more » -
Thursday PM Forecast: A weak front sets the stage for a beautiful weekend Play Video
February 22, 2024 5:34 PM
A weak cold front passage will give way to abundant sunshine and relaxing wind speeds. Though temperatures back off slightly on Friday, another warmup commences this weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow : The clouds hang on through Thursday evening. There may be a brief window of partial clearing around midnight,... more » -
Wednesday PM Forecast: Staying warm, with wind becoming a factor Play Video
February 21, 2024 3:40 PM
Fog will be less of a concern on Thursday morning due to elevated winds. Those winds continue to rise along with temperatures as a weak cold front draws near. Tonight & Tomorrow : Skies remain mostly clear through the evening. Clouds will increase overnight, keeping lows in the mid... more » -
Tuesday AM Forecast: Warm, above average temperatures for the next week Play Video
February 20, 2024 5:33 AM
Beginning this afternoon, temperatures over the next week are expected above average both in the mornings and afternoons. There is still no significant rainmaker in the forecast over the next 7 days. Today & Tonight: While morning lows all week will steadily increase, Tuesday morning remains chilly with temperatures... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: Near-freezing early Monday, followed by a temperature turnaround Play Video
February 18, 2024 5:56 PM
Baton Rouge could see its first freeze of the month on Monday morning, but winter isn’t sticking around for long. The upcoming week looks warm and largely dry. Tonight & Tomorrow : The winter chill will be with us on Sunday night. Clear skies and light winds will allow... more » -
Thursday PM Forecast: Light rain arrives soon, followed by a cold spell Play Video
February 15, 2024 3:06 PM
Rain enters the capital area as we close out the workweek, but its stay will be brief. As rain exits, a winter feel settles into the region. Tonight & Tomorrow : Clouds continue to thicken tonight, with overcast skies by daybreak. The thicker layer of clouds will keep temperatures... more » -
Wednesday PM Forecast: warming, increasing clouds ahead of next rainmaker Play Video
February 14, 2024 4:51 PM
Clouds thicken on Thursday ahead of our next rainmaker. Aside from some inconvenience, major impacts are not expected with the next batch of showers. Behind that system, a winter-like feel returns. Tonight & Tomorrow : More high clouds arrive on Wednesday night, giving skies a partly cloudy appearance. This... more » -
Tuesday AM Forecast: Sunny and cool for Mardi Gras festivities Play Video
February 13, 2024 6:51 AM
Mardi Gras will be cool and sunny, perfect for the final parades of the season! We will stay dry for the majority of this week with warmer temperatures each afternoon and rain arriving by the weekend. Today & Tonight: While it is a bit of... more » -
Monday AM Forecast: Rain exits, drier air and windy conditions left behind Play Video
February 12, 2024 7:25 AM
Rain exits early on Monday, giving way to cooler and drier days ahead. Although windy for parades on Lundi Gras, the wind backs off just in time for Mardi Gras. There will be no weather-related issues for parades on Fat Tuesday. Today & Tonight : Sunday night’s storms have... more » -
Friday AM Forecast: Rain chances ramping up over the weekend Play Video
February 9, 2024 6:58 AM
Clouds dominate for the next several days along with unseasonably warm temperatures. As we progress further into Mardi Gras weekend, rain only becomes more of a likelihood which could pose problems for outdoor events. Today & Tonight : Overnight clouds are leading to a mild start across the capital... more » -
Tuesday Forecast: A few beautiful days before clouds and rain chances move back in Play Video
February 6, 2024 6:46 AM
A warming trend begins today sending afternoon temperatures back into the 70s through Sunday. A few gorgeous days this week will be followed by gloomier conditions headed into the weekend. Today & Tonight: Clear skies early Tuesday allows for temperatures to be cool, in the mid to upper 40s... 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 » -
Friday AM Forecast: Parades rolling this weekend could be met with rain showers Play Video
February 2, 2024 5:02 AM
Friday will be very comfortable with plenty of sunshine, dry conditions, and warm afternoon temperatures. That all changes tomorrow as a weather system brings rain to Louisiana for a good part of your Saturday. Keep the rain jackets and umbrellas handy for any outdoor plans. Today & Tonight :... more » -
Thursday PM Forecast: Next storm system could soon "rain on our parade" Play Video
February 1, 2024 4:16 PM
Our days with warm and dry weather are numbered as we await our next rainmaker. Rain might end up being the fly in the ointment as many Mardi Gras events get underway on Saturday. Tonight & Tomorrow : High clouds will exit the area on Thursday... more » -
Tuesday PM Forecast: Pleasant for now, a soggy pattern setting up this weekend Play Video
January 30, 2024 2:29 PM
Sunshine and pleasant temperatures stick around for at least a few more days. However, the Storm Station is tracking the next rainmaker which could affect outdoor plans over the weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow : Aside from a few high clouds, skies will remain mostly clear on Tuesday night. Overnight... more » -
Thursday PM Forecast: A few more rounds of rain, turning drier this weekend Play Video
January 25, 2024 4:36 PM
The Flood Watch has been canceled across southeast Louisiana, but that doesn't mean we're done with rain. Although amounts should be lower, the Storm Station is tracking few more waves of rain are Friday and into Saturday. Tonight & Tomorrow : Much of the area continues to catch a... more » -
Monday PM Forecast: Tracking heavy rain potential by midweek Play Video
January 22, 2024 4:48 PM
The warmer air has arrived, and rain is following suit. Rain chances peak on Wednesday and Thursday as widespread showers and storms overtake the region. At times, heavy rain could result in areas of standing water. Tonight & Tomorrow : Rain returns to the capital region on Monday night.... more » -
Monday AM Forecast: Rain and above average temperatures likely all week Play Video
January 22, 2024 6:06 AM
The new workweek brings a shift in weather pattern. Starting today, temperatures, rain coverage, and cloud cover are on the rise. Keep raingear handy all week as multiple chances of rain are on the Storm Station 7-day forecast. Today & Tonight : With mainly cloudy skies, morning temperatures around... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: Warmer and soggier days ahead Play Video
January 21, 2024 6:13 PM
After a cold weekend, we will see temperatures rapidly climb as we start the workweek. That said, the warmer weather comes at a cost. The Storm Station 7-Day forecast features several opportunities for rain as warmer air settles into the region. Tonight & Tomorrow : For the first time... more » -
PHOTOS: Ice left behind after Monday night's round of wintry weather
January 16, 2024 10:01 AM
Many Storm Station viewers woke up to an icy scene across the capital area after a round of freezing rain on Monday night. Photos show ice all along cars, trash cans, siding, fountains, and trees. Ice caused quite the headache for travelers early on Tuesday as many major roadways... more » -
'Zipper in the sky:' Unique cloud feature spotted across Baton Rouge skies Play Video
January 10, 2024 7:13 PM
Several Storm Station viewers spotted an interesting cloud feature in the sky on Wednesday. Rebecka Miller saw the strange cloud formation over Morgan City, noting that it looked like a “zipper in the sky.” Photos reveal a deck of cirrocumulus clouds (high clouds with a lumpy appearance) being... 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 » -
Gov. Edwards delivers farewell address Wednesday evening
January 3, 2024 4:03 PM
BATON ROUGE - Governor John Bel Edwards delivered his farewell address Wednesday evening in Amite as Governor-Elect Jeff Landry will be inaugurated in the coming week. The Governor's speech Wednesday celebrated the changes he's made during his eight years in office. Edwards said the state is in a... more » -
Tuesday PM Forecast: A soggy Wednesday morning drive; Several more systems thereafter Play Video
January 2, 2024 5:10 PM
Early morning commuters on Wednesday could be in for a soggy drive. Although we trend drier for the afternoon, we’re not done with rain. The Storm Station is also tracking several more storm systems in the next week. Tonight & Tomorrow : After a sun-filled day, clouds return on... more » -
2023 concludes as the hottest year on record in Baton Rouge
January 1, 2024 8:26 PM
BATON ROUGE – 2023 has finally come to a close, and it goes down as the hottest year on record dating back to 1893. The average temperature for the year was 72.5°, half a degree more than the previous record value from 1921. The extreme heat from the summer... more » -
Monday PM Forecast: Tracking several rainmakers for the first week of 2024 Play Video
January 1, 2024 5:42 PM
While a cold front passage on New Year's Day will lead to a mostly sunny and cool Tuesday, our next storm system lurks soon thereafter. Widespread rain enters the capital region early Wednesday, and we’re not done there. Several more rounds of rain are possible through the first week of... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: No issues for New Year's Eve celebrations, rain returns into 2024 Play Video
December 31, 2023 6:36 PM
The weather poses no issues for any New Year’s Eve celebrations. That said, a few showers are possible on New Year's Day as our next cold front arrives. That marks the beginning of an unsettled weather pattern that will be with us for the rest of the week. Tonight... more » -
Friday PM Forecast: Warmer afternoons this weekend; rain returns into 2024 Play Video
December 29, 2023 6:27 PM
While we keep the cold starts over the holiday weekend, afternoon highs will rise to more comfortable levels. If you have plans on the night of New Year’s Eve, rain shouldn’t be an issue. However, that could change into New Year’s Day. In fact, several disturbances are likely as we... more » -
Thursday PM Forecast: FREEZE WARNING in effect for Friday morning Play Video
December 28, 2023 3:29 PM
A Freeze Warning is in place across the region into Friday morning. For that matter, we have a few more cold nights/days ahead. That said, we begin to warm up as we near 2024. We’ll also have to monitor a few rain chances. Tonight & Tomorrow : A FREEZE... more » -
Wednesday PM Forecast: Cold air pours into the capital area Play Video
December 27, 2023 5:46 PM
A blast of cold air arrives Wednesday night. This will produce temperatures close to freezing for several mornings, so be sure to protect pets and plants in the coming days. As we get closer to 2024, our attention then shifts to a few disturbances which might bring a couple rounds... more » -
Tuesday PM Forecast: A cold front delivers a wintry chill to close out the week Play Video
December 26, 2023 5:25 PM
Another shot of cold air is set to arrive on Wednesday night, sending temperatures closer to the freezing mark for several nights. We do gradually warm up closer to New Year’s Day. However, the Storm Station is also monitoring a chance of showers for January 1st. Tonight & Tomorrow... more » -
Monday PM Forecast: Dry for now, a punch of cool air arrives soon Play Video
December 25, 2023 4:18 PM
Drier weather will remain in place for the final week of 2023. While we feature highs in the 60s through Wednesday, another shot of cold air is set to arrive soon. This will make things chilly for the second half of the week. Tonight & Tomorrow : The weather... more » -
Friday PM Forecast: Looking ahead to a rainy Christmas Eve Play Video
December 22, 2023 5:31 PM
Rain chances are fairly low for the first part of the holiday weekend. That changes on Christmas Eve as our next rainmaker marches in from the south. Despite the rainy Christmas Eve, things are trending in a drier direction for Christmas Day. Tonight & Tomorrow : Partly sunny skies... more » -
Thursday PM Forecast: A soaking rain is set to arrive on Christmas Eve Play Video
December 21, 2023 5:40 PM
We are in the process of transitioning to a more unsettled weather pattern. While rain chances aren't zero on Friday and Saturday, they are low. That said, all bets are off on Christmas Eve as a shield of rain arrives in the capital region. Tonight & Tomorrow : Clouds... more » -
Wednesday AM Forecast: Tracking a few opportunities for rain over the holiday weekend Play Video
December 19, 2023 12:45 PM
Starting Wednesday, the capital area latches onto a warming trend. As temperatures climb, so does the humidity. This will result in an increase in cloud cover and rain chances as we get closer to the holiday weekend. Today & Tonight : Clouds came to town on Tuesday, and they... more » -
Tuesday AM Forecast: Turning warmer and unsettled into the holiday weekend Play Video
December 19, 2023 7:17 AM
A punch of cool and dry has delivered the coolest air of the week. After a cool Tuesday, temperatures and moisture will gradually increase thereafter. Eventually, the pattern turns more unsettled. Many could be dodging showers and storms over the holiday weekend. Today & Tonight : The capital area... more » -
Monday AM Forecast: Quiet to start the week, more unsettled closer to Christmas Play Video
December 18, 2023 7:13 AM
With cool mornings and warm afternoons, we're starting off the week in typical December fashion. Through the rest of the week, we'll see temperatures and humidity gradually climbing. This will set us up for what could be a rainy holiday weekend. Today & Tonight : With clear skies and... more » -
Friday AM Forecast: Partly sunny and breezy today, Wet and breezy tomorrow Play Video
December 15, 2023 6:50 AM
Above average temperatures, gusty winds, and mainly dry today. For the first half of your weekend, we will have scattered showers around but by Sunday mostly sunny and dry conditions move in. Today & Tonight : Friday starts off mainly sunny. Throughout the day, clouds will gradually begin to... more » -
Thursday PM Forecast: Winds increasing, with rain chances following suit Play Video
December 14, 2023 3:55 PM
A pattern shift begins to take shape closer to the weekend. Winds will increase first, followed by rain chances. This will lead to parts of the weekend on the soggier side. Tonight & Tomorrow : Clouds escape the capital area on Thursday night, giving way to mostly clear skies.... more » -
Thursday AM Forecast: Winds ramp up today ahead of rain this weekend Play Video
December 14, 2023 7:11 AM
Winds increase today and stay elevated through the weekend. Conditions remain dry and comfortable the next two days as we await our next rain maker that will make for a soggy Saturday. Today & Tonight: An increase in cloud cover overnight kept temperatures slightly above average this morning, in... more » -
Monday AM Forecast: Near-freezing start for many, cool temps this afternoon Play Video
December 11, 2023 7:08 AM
Cold air behind the front that brought showers and storms to the state over the weekend is making for a near freezing start to the week for many. Temperatures stay cool all week with dry conditions and skies that are a mix of sun and clouds. Today & Tonight... more » -
Monday AM Forecast: Near freezing start for many, Cool temps this afternoon
December 11, 2023 7:08 AM
Cold air behind the front that brought showers and storms to the state over the weekend is making for a near freezing start to the week for many. Temperatures stay cool all week with dry conditions and skies that are a mix of sun and clouds. Today & Tonight... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: Near freezing early Monday, a more seasonable afternoon Play Video
December 10, 2023 5:12 PM
The chill has arrived, and it gets even colder into Monday morning. Many will flirt with the freezing mark again. The rest of the week looks quiet and rather uneventful. That changes next weekend as our next storm system approaches. Tonight & Tomorrow : After Saturday night’s cold front,... more » -
Friday PM Forecast: A strong cold front arrives over the weekend Play Video
December 8, 2023 5:34 PM
Both temperatures and humidity continue to climb on Saturday ahead of our next cold front. That front might also bring some storms to the capital region, especially after dark on Saturday. For the second half of the weekend, things turn much cooler. In fact, Baton Rouge might make a run... more » -
Recent soaking rains have improved the drought in the capital area
December 7, 2023 8:41 AM
This week's drought update reveals a fair amount of improvement. Much of southern Louisiana has been downgraded by one drought category. Baton Rouge now sits in the extreme drought, with portions of southwest Mississippi under a severe drought. The region of drought improvement aligns well with areas that... more »