GRANT PARISH, La. — Residents can expect a slight chance of afternoon showers on Wednesday before a stretch of dry, sunny weather settles in, bringing steadily rising temperatures through the weekend and into early next week.
According to the National Weather Service, rain chances remain minimal after Wednesday, while afternoon highs climb into the mid-90s by Sunday and Monday.
Wednesday
A 20% chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms is expected after 1 p.m. under partly sunny skies. High temperatures will reach around 89 degrees, with calm winds becoming southwest around 5 mph during the afternoon.
Wednesday night will be partly cloudy with a low near 71 degrees and light, calm winds.
Thursday
Sunny skies return Thursday with a high near 93 degrees. Thursday night will be mostly clear, with temperatures dropping to around 73 degrees.
Friday
Expect another warm summer day Friday with abundant sunshine and a high near 94 degrees. Overnight lows will remain mild at 73 degrees under mostly clear skies.
Weekend Outlook
The weekend will feature classic Louisiana summer weather with plenty of sunshine and increasing heat.
Saturday: Sunny with a high near 94 degrees. Saturday night will be mostly clear with a low around 73 degrees.
Sunday: Sunny and hot with a high near 95 degrees, followed by a mostly clear night and a low around 73 degrees.
Looking Ahead
The warming trend continues into the start of the new week. Monday is expected to be sunny and hot, with temperatures climbing to 96 degrees, making it the hottest day of the forecast period.
Five-Day Forecast at a Glance
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high 89° | 20% chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, low 71°
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 93°
Thursday Night: Mostly clear, low 73°
Friday: Sunny, high 94°
Friday Night: Mostly clear, low 73°
Saturday: Sunny, high 94°
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, low 73°
Sunday: Sunny and hot, high 95°
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, low 73°
Monday: Sunny and hot, high 96°
As temperatures continue to rise, residents are encouraged to stay hydrated, wear lightweight clothing, and limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day. Those spending time outside should take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning, and remember to check on elderly neighbors, young children, and pets during the extended period of summer heat.