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Thursday PM Forecast: next impact, next cold front, another weekend storm system
Posted 2:39 PM 4/3/2025 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
If you’ve been sweating the near-record heat this week, get ready—big changes are coming! We’re looking at a shift in the weather pattern this weekend that will bring rain, storms, and a cooldown to start next week.
Here is a breakdown of what to expect:
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Wednesday PM Forecast: wind and warmth continue, next cold front arrives this weekend
Posted 4:42 PM 4/2/2025 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron
The two big weather stories through the remainder of the week are wind and near-record heat. Gusts over 30 mph and highs close to, if not exceeding, 90 will be commonplace. Changes finally come over the weekend as a strong cold front moves into the area.
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4/1/2025
Tuesday PM Forecast: wind gusts to 40 mph possible tomorrow
Posted 5:44 PM 4/1/2025 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
Warmer days are on the way as we move into midweek. Starting Wednesday, a strong high-pressure system will bring a noticeable temperature rise, with some areas hitting—if not exceeding—90°F, especially inland. While most of us will stay dry, a stray shower can’t be ruled (More)
3/31/2025
Monday PM Forecast: quieter but much warmer pattern to take shape
Posted 4:46 PM 3/31/2025 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
The weather pattern will finally trend quieter and drier for the rest of the workweek. The main story will be well above average temperatures.
Here’s a breakdown of what to expect:
- Tuesday: warm with passing clouds
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3/30/2025
Sunday PM Forecast: Next round of storms could bring a messy Monday morning commute
Posted 10:17 PM 3/30/2025 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron
Moving into the new workweek, another round of showers and thunderstorms will blow through the Capital Area. Impacts appear increasingly likely for the Monday morning drive.
Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds will quickly return during the evening hours. Expect a cloudy (More)
3/29/2025
Saturday PM Forecast: Warm and dry Sunday ahead of next round of storms
Posted 7:48 PM 3/29/2025 by Emma Kate Cowan
SATURDAY EVENING UPDATE: As of 8:45pm Saturday, heavy rain and thunderstorm activity is coming to an end across the Capital Area. Flash flooding on roadways around the Capital City is making for dangerous driving conditions this evening. Avoid driving if possible.
(More)...3/28/2025
Friday PM Forecast: on track for a wet start to the weekend
Posted 5:44 PM 3/28/2025 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
The Baton Rouge Area will move into an unsettled weather pattern this weekend, with two rounds of rain that could impact outdoor plans, including LSU Baseball games. Of the two weekend afternoons, Sunday looks much more cooperative. Keep the Storm Station (More)
3/27/2025
Thursday PM Forecast: few rounds of showers and thunderstorms through Monday
Posted 5:26 PM 3/27/2025 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
The Baton Rouge Area will move into an unsettled weather pattern over the next several days, with two rounds of rain that could impact weekend plans, including LSU Baseball games. Of the two weekend afternoons, Sunday looks much more cooperative. Keep the Storm (More)
3/26/2025
Wednesday PM Forecast: clouds building, wave of rain expected to begin weekend
Posted 4:45 PM 3/26/2025 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
Baton Rouge is in for a mostly quiet weather pattern through the end of the workweek, with warm temperatures and limited rain chances. However, by late Friday, a system moving in from Texas will bring showers and thunderstorms.
Tonight & Tomorrow: Fog will be less of (More)
3/25/2025
Tuesday PM Forecast: warmth continues ahead of Friday evening rainmaker
Posted 5:41 PM 3/25/2025 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
Baton Rouge is in for a mostly quiet weather pattern through the end of the workweek, with warm temperatures and limited rain chances. However, by late Friday, a system moving in from Texas will bring showers and thunderstorms.
Tonight, Tomorrow & Thursday: Low (More)