Lake Charles, Louisiana – A sharp north wind is rattling porch flags and bending roadside grass across southwest Louisiana this morning as a Red Flag Warning and Wind Advisory remain in effect. Gusts topping 35 mph are sweeping across Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jefferson Davis Parishes, drying the air and creating a dangerous setup for fires that could spread quickly in minutes.
According to the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, both advisories will stay in place through early evening. The combination of low humidity, gusty winds, and near-70-degree warmth will make any spark hazardous. Residents should avoid outdoor burning, secure lightweight items, and stay alert for power flickers or falling limbs as winds persist through sunset. High-profile vehicles along I-10 and U.S. 171 may experience crosswind sway, especially near open fields and bridges.
The air mass behind this wind surge is much drier, ushering in cooler nights and crisp mornings to start the new week. By Monday, calmer breezes return with highs in the upper 50s — nearly perfect weather for Veterans Day ceremonies on Tuesday. The stretch through midweek looks dry and mild, with afternoon highs gradually rising into the upper 70s under clear skies.
Farther north, early-season cold continues creeping south through the Plains and Midwest, offering a hint that the nation’s next major cold snap may dip toward the Gulf before Thanksgiving. For now, southwest Louisiana enjoys a brief, fire-prone calm between fall fronts — a good reminder to stay weather-aware as November’s pattern sharpens.
Five-Day Forecast for Lake Charles, LA:
Sun: 71/39 – Windy; gusts 35 mph, fire danger high.
Mon: 57/35 – Sunny, cooler, calmer breeze.
Tue (Veterans Day): 66/55 – Sunny; pleasant for ceremonies.
Wed: 77/59 – Mostly sunny; warming trend continues.
Thu: 78/58 – Bright and dry; late-fall warmth holds steady.
