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Tuesday PM Forecast: Transitioning to a more prolonged warm stretch Play Video
April 23, 2024 4:16 PM
The capital area is saying goodbye to the cool pattern. A transition to a warmer pattern has already begun, and doesn't show many signs of letting up. Tonight & Tomorrow: The chilliest night of the week has already come and gone. Temperatures will trend in a warmer direction on... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: A few chilly mornings; another warmup lurks Play Video
April 21, 2024 6:59 PM
Cool and dry conditions hang around for a few more days. This stretch of nicer weather quickly comes to a close, however. A more prolonged stretch of warm and muggy conditions arrives by mid to late week. Tonight & Tomorrow: The capital area was able to enjoy a cooler... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: Slowly cranking up the heat and humidity Play Video
April 14, 2024 5:09 PM
Expect a gradual rise in heat and humidity as we navigate the upcoming workweek. Relief from this pattern eventually arrives in the form of a cold front, but it will take a while for the front to get here. Tonight & Tomorrow: Skies will be largely free of clouds... more » -
Sunday AM Forecast: Steady ramp up in temperatures, also humidity Play Video
April 14, 2024 10:32 AM
Quiet weather continues to dominate as we cap off the weekend. Changes will be slow and steady into next week. Humidity will gradually rise, and by the end of the week, highs flirt with the 90° mark. Today & Tonight: A few passing clouds will be about the only... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: Getting even warmer ahead of our next cold front Play Video
March 31, 2024 5:10 PM
The warmup continues beyond Easter Sunday. Look for highs in the 80s through Tuesday ahead of our next cold front. That front will deliver a new pattern for the rest of the week. Tonight & Tomorrow: Easter Sunday will close out on a mostly cloudy note. We'll keep clouds... more » -
Saturday PM Forecast: More spring-like weather Sunday, followed by storms Play Video
March 23, 2024 7:36 PM
We cap off the weekend with more spring-like weather, which will go in favor of all outdoor events. Changes come next week as our next round of storms arrives. Some of those storms could be strong. Tonight & Tomorrow : Mostly clear skies remain in place on Saturday evening,... more » -
Saturday AM Forecast: A beautiful weekend, followed by storms next week Play Video
March 23, 2024 10:32 AM
The weather will give us no grief over the weekend, so outdoor events will go on without any issues. However, our next round of rain arrives into next week. A few of these storms could be strong. Today & Tonight : Despite some cloud cover hanging on for the... more » -
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 AM Forecast: Showers and thunderstorms later today could impact outdoor activities Play Video
March 8, 2024 5:19 AM
Showers and thunderstorms later today could put a damper on Friday afternoon and evening plans. Thankfully, the rest of the weekend will be much drier and great for any outdoor activities. Today & Tonight: A warm and overcast start to Friday hints at the chance for storms... 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 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 » -
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 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 » -
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 » -
Thursday AM Forecast: Warm, windy, and cloudy today ahead of a beautiful weekend Play Video
February 22, 2024 4:56 AM
Ahead of a weak cold front, more clouds and windy conditions take over today. Sunshine returns tomorrow and warm and dry conditions stick around for the next several days. Today & Tonight : An increase in clouds overnight kept temperatures warm this morning, near 60° in the Baton Rouge... 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 » -
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 » -
Wednesday AM Forecast: A beautiful day for any Valentine's plans Play Video
February 14, 2024 6:52 AM
Love and sunshine are in the air this Valentines Day! More clouds move in tomorrow and rain showers will be around southern Louisiana beginning Friday afternoon. Today & Tonight: The coldest temperatures of the week kick off Valentines day. Wear layers once again today as temperatures reside in the... 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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
Thursday AM Forecast: Rain still set to arrive this weekend after a comfortable workweek Play Video
February 1, 2024 6:40 AM
Quiet weather conditions persist as we await the next weather system set to arrive this weekend. Rain on Saturday may impact any outdoor events, including Mardi Gras parades. Today & Tonight: Cloud cover continues to increase early this morning and will gradually turn skies mainly cloudy for the majority... 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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
Tuesday AM Forecast: A weak cold front will deliver a mid-week cooldown Play Video
December 5, 2023 7:19 AM
Despite a chilly start, things will warm up nicely on Tuesday afternoon. However, a weak cold front will send temperatures falling by mid-week. An even stronger cold front arrives over the weekend, which could bring storms back to the capital region. Today & Tonight : If you remember the... more » -
Monday AM Forecast: Sunglasses needed as sunshine dominates all week Play Video
December 4, 2023 6:57 AM
Expect sunny and dry conditions for the workweek. Temperatures will be mild in the 60s most days, which is about average for this time of the year. The next chance of rain arrives on Saturday. Today & Tonight : Temperatures around the state range from the upper 40s to... more » -
Monday PM Forecast: Cool and dry for now, watching more rain chances by late week Play Video
November 27, 2023 5:00 PM
High pressure dominates our weather pattern for the first part of the week, keeping us cool and dry. That changes for the second half of the week as high pressure shifts east. Not only will we get warmer, but it opens the door for a few systems that could bring... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: Cool and dry for the first half of the week Play Video
November 26, 2023 6:59 PM
Tonight & Tomorrow : Despite some spotty light rain in the capital city during the morning, the rest of Sunday turned out sunnier and warmer than initially expected. A cold front will pass through on Sunday evening, setting us up for a much chillier start to the workweek. We anticipate... more » -
Friday PM Forecast: A pleasant weekend, followed by a strong storm system Play Video
November 17, 2023 6:42 PM
A weak cold front will sweep the clouds aside just in time for the LSU game. Although the weekend looks pleasant, a strong disturbance arrives early next week. This system brings beneficial rain, but also a chance for strong to severe storms. Tonight & Tomorrow : We’ll continue to... more » -
Tuesday PM Forecast: Rain tapers off for the rest of the week Play Video
November 14, 2023 4:21 PM
After several days of dreary weather, we’re finally getting toward the back half of the gloominess. Though we might see some lingering showers into Wednesday, we’ll be able to stow away the rain gear soon thereafter. By the weekend, we might even see the sun poke out. Tonight &... more » -
Wednesday AM Forecast: Unseasonably warm for now; Big pattern changes leading up to Halloween Play Video
October 25, 2023 7:28 AM
Fortunately, fog is much less of a concern for the Wednesday morning commute. We’re left with warm and breezy conditions for the rest of the day. That's a theme which remains through the weekend. That said, a cold front is on the horizon which appears to bring a big pattern... more » -
Monday AM Forecast: Areas of dense fog initially, followed by warmth and sunshine Play Video
October 23, 2023 7:27 AM
Patches of dense fog are possible for the Monday morning commute. Any fog that does develop will burn off by late morning, setting us up for a sunnier afternoon. We’ll also be very warm, with highs running roughly 10° above average. For that matter, we don’t see too many day-to-day... more » -
Monday PM Forecast: Sunshine exits and rain chances return Play Video
October 9, 2023 6:52 PM
Although Monday featured sunny skies from start to finish, more clouds are on the horizon. Cloud cover will thicken on Tuesday. By Wednesday, we may have enough moisture to bring a healthy dose of rain to southern Louisiana. Tonight & Tomorrow : Despite a mostly clear sky on Monday... more » -
Sunday PM Forecast: Eyeballing our next potential weathermaker Play Video
October 8, 2023 5:39 PM
Sunshine will continue to dominate on Monday. High temperatures will also warm a few more degrees. However, cloud cover returns as we get closer to the middle part of the week. By Wednesday, things could get a bit soggier as our next weathermaker nears. Tonight & Tomorrow : Clear... more » -
Friday PM Forecast: Lower humidity arrives this weekend Play Video
September 15, 2023 6:45 PM
We’ve dealt with the all too familiar humidity for most of this week. However, another shot of dry air is soon to arrive. Low humidity moves in over the weekend, and that will reduce rain chances into next week. Tonight & Tomorrow : Some clouds will linger on Friday... more » -
Wednesday PM Forecast: The humidity continues to fuel more storms Play Video
September 13, 2023 6:14 PM
A cold front slid into the area on Wednesday, leading to the development of afternoon showers and storms. Although the front dissipates in the coming days, storm chances don’t necessarily go away. Tonight & Tomorrow : The front continues to meander southward on Wednesday evening. Even so, the... more » -
Dry end to the weekend Play Video
April 24, 2020 6:51 PM
THE FORECAST: Today and Tonight: Expect an absolutely perfect day today with plenty of sunshine and low humidity. High temperatures will range from the upper 70s to low 80s across the area. Overnight, low temperatures will fall into the mid 50s. The combination of calm winds and clear skies... more » -
First Monday morning commute over the Sunshine Bridge Play Video
December 3, 2018 9:13 AM
ASCENSION PARISH - The Monday morning drive over the Sunshine Bridge was without incident for the most part as two lanes of travel are open. The partial reopening comes ahead of the mid-December deadline DOTD initially announced in the weeks following the crash that caused the bridge to shutdown.... more » -
Late start at Donaldsonville schools continues Play Video
October 18, 2018 11:36 PM
DONALDSONVILLE - There are no plans to change the later start time for the five Ascension Parish schools on the west side of the Mississippi River, according to a spokesperson Thursday. Employees need the extra hour to detour around the damaged Sunshine Bridge near Donaldsonville, but the late start time... more » -
Law enforcement keeps peace after bridge closure Play Video
October 17, 2018 11:41 PM
PORT ALLEN - West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Deputies are paying extra close attention to the Intracoastal Canal bridge now that the Sunshine Bridge near Donaldsonville has been closed for repairs. "We're guessing there's additional 10,000 to 15,000 vehicles being pumped through this artery," said Deputy Ken Albarez. ... more » -
Sunshine Bridge closure hurts sugar cane farmers Play Video
October 16, 2018 11:43 PM
SORRENTO - The closure of the Sunshine Bridge near Donaldsonville couldn't come at a worse time for sugar cane farmers on the east side of the Mississippi River. Harvest season just began and all the cane must be transported to sugar mills on the west side of the river. ... more » -
Plaquemine ferry picks up more slack from Sunshine Bridge closure, now adding second boat to weekend service Play Video
October 15, 2018 11:55 PM
UPDATE: During the duration of the Sunshine Bridge closure, additional ferry service hours will be: -Monday thru Friday, a second boat will run from 5:15 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. -Monday thru Friday, the first boat will run 4:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. -Saturday... more » -
Easter Weekend: dry to wet
March 25, 2016 6:35 AM
The next two days will bring quiet weather to the region before rain returns on Easter Sunday. Wasn't rain in the forecast yesterday? What happened? Click here for the science. THE FORECAST: Today and Tonight: Good Friday will offer abundant sunshine and high... more »