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Monday PM Forecast: Warm and muggy air remains in spite of clouds Play Video
April 15, 2024 2:16 PM
A warm and muggy pattern makes its presence known this week, though its stay is not permanent. It may take a while to get here, but the Storm Station is tracking our next cold front. This will deliver rain and cooler weather. Tonight & Tomorrow: Skies turn mostly cloudy... more » -
National Weather Service confirms second tornado from Wednesday morning storms Play Video
April 10, 2024 3:08 PM
POINTE COUPEE PARISH - A National Weather Service (NWS) Survey team determined a EF1 tornado, estimated with peak winds of around 100mph caused damage across southern portions of Morganza. This tornado began across rural areas south of Morganza Highway 1, moving northeast causing damage to homes and trees at the... more » -
UPDATE: Severe weather marches east, lingering showers/storms Play Video
April 8, 2024 5:15 PM
10 a.m. Update: After an incredibly active morning, the strongest storms now appear to be pushing east. Light to moderate rain will continue for the next several hours. Even some pockets of heavier rain are possible closer to Ascension and St. James parishes. That is where we find a heightened... more » -
Saturday PM Forecast: Clouds continue to build, storm chances follow Play Video
April 6, 2024 6:03 PM
Cloud cover continues to build through the remainder of the weekend, spilling over into next week. Storm chances also climb, with our most impactful weather day arriving closer to midweek. Tonight & Tomorrow: High clouds made their presence known on Saturday. More high clouds envelop the region on Saturday... more » -
Friday PM Forecast: Clouds set to increase, rain chances follow suit Play Video
April 5, 2024 6:32 PM
Our days with full sunshine have run out. Clouds ramp up over the weekend. This will give way to a mainly cloudy sky next week, along with a few rounds of storms. Tonight & Tomorrow: After several days with a lack of clouds, we begin to see some high... more » -
UPDATE: Baton Rouge metro has been trimmed out of the Tornado Watch Play Video
March 24, 2024 6:54 PM
1:00 AM UPDATE: Baton Rouge and surrounding areas have been removed from the Tornado Watch. Tangipahoa Parish remains under the Watch until 2 a.m. Tuesday. That said, storms maintained a rather innocent appearance on radar with the latest scans. More seems to be going against any tornado development, so it... 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 » -
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 » -
Thursday PM Forecast: slow moving front to ramp up rain chances next three days Play Video
March 14, 2024 5:23 PM
Two of the next three days will feature numerous showers and thunderstorms. Following the unsettled weather, temperatures will take a notable tumble. Tonight & Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy skies early will gradually become overcast through the night. South winds of 5-15mph will keep low temperatures well above average in the... more » -
Wednesday PM Forecast: rain coverage increasing each day to end week Play Video
March 13, 2024 5:16 PM
The rest of the workweek will be quite mild with a few rounds of showers and thunderstorms. The same general pattern will continue into the weekend until a cold front pushes through on Sunday. Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds that thickened through the day will be persistent overnight. As low... more » -
Tuesday PM Forecast: showers and thunderstorms set to return Play Video
March 12, 2024 5:00 PM
Wednesday will mark the transition into a more active and unsettled weather pattern. Each day through the weekend will have at least some chance for showers and thunderstorms. Tonight & Tomorrow: Expect clouds to continue increasing overnight. Added sky cover will lead to low temperatures staying in the upper... more » -
Monday PM Forecast: clear skies give way to unsettled pattern by midweek Play Video
March 11, 2024 5:18 PM
After a quiet and cool beginning to the workweek, temperatures and rain chances will gradually increase. Each day Wednesday through the weekend will have a shot at showers and thunderstorms. Tonight & Tomorrow: Mainly clear skies will persist overnight. With just light and variable winds, low temperatures will slide... 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 » -
Thursday PM Forecast: showers and thunderstorms expected on Friday, a few could be strong Play Video
March 7, 2024 5:38 PM
The next impact to the Capital Area will be a cold front that delivers rain and thunderstorms on Friday. While this action could disrupt some Friday activities, the weather will be much quieter for the weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow: Overnight, cloud cover will continue to thicken ahead of our... 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 » -
Monday PM Forecast: radar to remain busy; several shots at rain this week Play Video
March 4, 2024 5:11 PM
An active weather pattern will continue for the week ahead. While no single day looks like a washout, there are several days with modest rain chances on the board. Tonight & Tomorrow: The showers and thunderstorms will have a tendency to taper overnight. Not to say it will be... 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 » -
Friday PM Forecast: settling in to an unsettled weather pattern Play Video
March 1, 2024 5:48 PM
Overall, the weekend weather will be cooperative with outdoor activities. A weak front stalled in the northern Gulf of Mexico may interact with some upper level disturbances to create spotty showers and thunderstorms at times. Tonight & Tomorrow: Overcast skies will persist tonight, and a spotty shower is possible... more » -
Thursday PM Forecast: rain and thunderstorms around for morning drive Play Video
February 29, 2024 5:20 PM
Be prepared for some wet weather on the final morning commute of the workweek. Outdoor plans are not in danger of being washed out over the weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow: Mainly cloudy skies will persist well into the evening. After midnight we will see coverage of showers and thunderstorms... 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 » -
Friday PM Forecast: tracking showers and thunderstorms for the weekend Play Video
February 9, 2024 4:55 PM
Warm temperatures will continue into Mardi Gras weekend. While wet weather will still be a consideration Saturday and Sunday, there have been some significant adjustments to the forecast. Tonight & Tomorrow: The overnight hours will remain cloudy and mild, almost muggy, as low temperatures stay in the low 60s.... 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 » -
Thursday PM Forecast: warm end to week ahead of wet weather late weekend Play Video
February 8, 2024 4:56 PM
After a very warm finish to a February workweek, the Mardi Gras weekend will have some weather woes. Rain and even thunderstorms could interfere with a few of the many outdoor events. Tonight & Tomorrow: Overcast will persist overnight. With ongoing southeast winds of 5-10mph, low temperatures will remain... more » -
Wednesday PM Forecast: another weekend with rain lined up for outdoor activities Play Video
February 7, 2024 5:09 PM
Yet again, the Storm Station is monitoring a rain potential that could affect outdoor events such as parades. Timing will be critical though, as the whole weekend is not expected to washout. Tonight & Tomorrow: Sky conditions quickly shift to majority cloud cover overnight which will keep morning lows... 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 PM Forecast: wet week ending with a final batch of rain and thunderstorms Play Video
January 26, 2024 5:03 PM
A final round of rain will push through the area this evening and into tomorrow morning. Beyond that, dry conditions are expected through the remainder of the Storm Station 7-Day Forecast. Tonight & Tomorrow: Scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue through the evening hours. While a constant rain is... 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 » -
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 » -
Thursday PM Forecast: rainy rush hour to end week, cold blast coming next week Play Video
January 11, 2024 5:47 PM
After a rainy final morning drive of the workweek, windy conditions will overtake the area. Though a drop in temperatures is expected for the weekend, it will feel mild compared to the cold blast coming early next week. Tonight & Tomorrow: The overnight hours will be mainly cloudy and... 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 PM Forecast: another soaking rain Friday, strong storms possible Monday Play Video
January 4, 2024 6:13 PM
Two storm systems will impact the Capital Area over the next five days. First, soaking rain and a few thunderstorms are expected on Friday. Second, a threat for severe weather may materialize with the next round of showers and thunderstorms on Monday. Tonight & Tomorrow: With clear skies early... 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 » -
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: 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 » -
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 » -
Thursday PM Forecast: Warm afternoons ahead before cold front arrives Saturday night Play Video
December 7, 2023 8:54 AM
To close out the workweek, temperatures gradually warm and will be almost 15° above average ahead of a cold front that arrives on Saturday. While it won't be a complete washout of a day, by Saturday evening, showers and storms will make their way through SE Louisiana. Tonight &... 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 » -
Wednesday AM Forecast: After cooldown, temperatures rise ahead of our next storm system Play Video
December 6, 2023 7:19 AM
Our coldest night has yet to arrive this week. That will come on Thursday morning, where some areas of frost are possible. Some areas north and east of Baton Rouge might even near the freezing mark. Temperatures rebound thereafter ahead of our next cold front. That front could bring some... more » -
UPDATE: A Tornado Watch is in effect for southeast Louisiana until 4am Saturday Play Video
December 1, 2023 3:00 PM
The National Weather Service has issued a TORNADO WATCH for East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Livingston, Ascension, Tangipahoa, Iberville, St. James, Assumption, and St. Mary parishes until 4 a.m. Saturday. A TORNADO WATCH means conditions are favorable for tornadoes and/or damaging winds in and around the watch area.... more » -
Thursday PM Forecast: A few more waves of rain possible in the capital area Play Video
November 30, 2023 6:31 PM
Several waves of showers and storms are possible through Saturday, bringing locally heavy rain to the region. While there will be some dry time outside both on Friday and Saturday, rain gear may come in handy as we continue to dodge rain. By Sunday and early next week, the capital... more » -
Wednesday PM Forecast: rainmaker on the way Play Video
November 29, 2023 6:57 PM
A round of rain and thunderstorms will overspread the Gulf Coast later Thursday. The culprit storm system will cause unsettled weather to stick around into the weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds will continue to build in overnight as winds shift to the southeast. These two changes will likely cause... 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 » -
Monday AM Forecast: Strong to severe storms possible this evening Play Video
November 20, 2023 7:04 AM
A strong storm system will move through the state later today bringing the chance for severe weather to southern Louisiana for the first time in a while. Make sure to know your severe weather safety plans, turn on weather alerts, and download the Storm Station app to stay up to... more » -
Friday PM Forecast: Rain coverage increasing the next three days, drier by middle of next week
September 1, 2023 6:40 PM
Isolated rain coverage will be in the forecast for each of the next three days. Dry air looks to return back into the area on Wednesday which will lower humidity and rain chances. Today and Tonight: Tonight, we will get into the upper 70's and spotty showers will be... more » -
Monday AM Forecast: even better rain chances, some could be heavy Play Video
August 27, 2023 10:58 PM
A weak cold front will deliver the best rain chance in quite some time for the Capital Area on Monday. Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to intensify and approach the Big Bend region of Florida during the middle of the week. Locally, dry air and breezy conditions created by the... more » -
Friday PM Forecast: The heat is still on, but some relief could be on the way Play Video
August 4, 2023 4:47 PM
The summer of 2023 has the most 100+ degree days, 80+ degree lows, and also tied with the most consecutive 100 degree days (metro airport, since 1930). There could be some relief from this hot pattern coming next week. An ***EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING*** is in effect until 7pm tomorrow... 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 » -
Friday PM Forecast: a shot at showers over the weekend Play Video
July 21, 2023 6:47 PM
The weekend should start with our final day in a long stretch of dangerous heat. The temperatures will be tamped down by some showers and thunderstorms, worth paying attention to if you have outdoor plans. A *HEAT ADVISORY* will be in effect on Saturday from 12pm - 7pm for... more » -
Tuesday PM Forecast: scattered storms to taper, give way to higher heat Play Video
July 11, 2023 4:23 PM
For one more day, scattered showers and thunderstorms will be in the forecast. While rain may not shut down entirely, it will become scarce as heat surges Thursday through the weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow: With a later start on Tuesday, showers and thunderstorms may linger a few hours past... more » -
Monday PM Forecast: higher heat creeping in by late week Play Video
July 10, 2023 4:41 PM
A weak, dissipating front between I-10 and I-20 will help to trigger scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms for the beginning of the week. Big heat is lurking for the days that follow. Tonight & Tomorrow: Lingering showers and thunderstorms will taper between sunset and midnight. Skies will otherwise... more » -
Friday PM Forecast: typical pattern over the weekend, rain may ramp up Monday Play Video
July 7, 2023 5:29 PM
The so-called heat dome will stay out west a few days longer keeping the door open for a more typical pattern of scattered showers and thunderstorms. They affected a little less of the area than expected toward the end of the week. With little change to the pattern heading into... more »