Louisiana – A calm, cool sunrise greets Lake Charles, with clear skies and temperatures near 49 degrees. The air feels damp but not cold, and visibility remains strong along I-10 and Highway 14. Light southeast winds keep the morning quiet and comfortable.
Sunshine takes over through the late morning hours. Highs climb to around 70 degrees, bringing a mild February afternoon across southwest Louisiana. If you have outdoor plans, today is the pick of the week.
Clouds increase tonight with lows near 52 degrees. Tuesday turns partly sunny and warmer, reaching 72 degrees. A light south wind develops, with gusts near 20 mph at times. Roads remain dry, and travel impacts stay minimal.
Wednesday delivers more spring vibes. Highs rise to 77 degrees under partly sunny skies. Wednesday night holds mild air, with lows around 62 degrees and increasing clouds.
Thursday pushes close to 80 degrees. A 20 percent chance of showers develops during the afternoon. While rain coverage stays limited, brief showers could create slick pavement during peak travel hours.
Friday keeps a slight 20 percent chance of showers with highs near 79 degrees. No winter weather, freeze, or snow is expected. Instead, February warmth dominates the pattern.
Looking into President’s Day week, long-range trends favor above-normal temperatures continuing across Louisiana. The warming trend from Monday through Saturday signals an early taste of spring across the Gulf Coast.
Five Day Outlook for Lake Charles, Louisiana:
Tuesday: High 72, partly sunny.
Wednesday: High 77, partly sunny.
Thursday: High 80, slight shower chance.
Friday: High 79, isolated showers possible.
Saturday: High 76, 30% chance of showers.
