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Louisiana Weather Alert: 35 MPH Gusts in Lake Charles Nov. 15-19
LAKE CHARLES, LA — Strong northeast winds could whip through southwest Louisiana as rain approaches, creating hazardous driving conditions before Monday morning.
By Sophie Caldwell · 2026-11-15T11:46:48.330Z
LAKE CHARLES, LA — Strong northeast winds could whip through southwest Louisiana as rain approaches, creating hazardous driving conditions before Monday morning.
Gusts reaching 35 mph could shake trees, scatter unsecured objects and make travel difficult for high profile vehicles.
According to the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, a Wind Advisory remains in effect until noon Monday, November 16.
The advisory covers portions of southwest and south central Louisiana, including Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson Davis and surrounding parishes.
Wind Advisory Brings 35 MPH Gust Threat Northeast winds of 15 to 20 mph are expected across the advisory area, with gusts reaching 35 mph.
Forecasters warn that unsecured objects could be blown around, while tree limbs may fall and isolated power outages are possible.
Drivers crossing exposed bridges, including the Interstate 10 Calcasieu River Bridge, should exercise additional caution.
High profile vehicles may experience greater difficulty maintaining control during stronger gusts.
Rain Chances Climb to 80% Sunday Night Lake Charles reported 54 degrees early Sunday, with overcast skies and east winds near 10 mph.
Temperatures should reach approximately 62 degrees as rain chances increase later in the day.
Showers become likely after 4 p.m., with a 60% precipitation chance.
Rain chances climb to 80% Sunday night, with showers mainly before 1 a.m. Monday.
Forecasters expect rainfall totals between one quarter and one half inch Sunday night.
Wet pavement and gusty winds could combine to create challenging conditions along Interstate 10 and Interstate 210.
Allow additional travel time and watch for sudden wind gusts.
Monday Improves Before a Midweek Warmup Monday brings a 40% chance of showers before 8 a.m., followed by partly sunny skies.
Temperatures should reach 62 degrees, with northeast wind gusts approaching 25 mph.
By Tuesday, sunshine returns and temperatures climb to 68 degrees.
Wednesday brings another noticeable increase, with afternoon highs near 75 degrees.
Thursday could feel considerably warmer, with temperatures approaching 77 degrees under mostly sunny skies.
The latest local outlook does not indicate freezing temperatures, snow or a specific tornado threat.
However, the broader Weather Prediction Center discussion highlights thunderstorms and heavy rainfall potential across portions of eastern Texas and Louisiana.
Residents should continue monitoring local updates as the system moves through the region.
Five Day Lake Charles Weather Outlook: Nov. 15 19 Sunday, Nov. 15: High 62°F. Showers likely after 4 p.m., with a 60% rain chance. Wind gusts up to 30 mph locally. Sunday night brings an 80% rain chance, low 48°F and gusts up to 30 mph. Monday, Nov. 16: A 40% chance of showers before 8 a.m., then partly sunny. High 62°F. Gusts up to 25 mph. Wind Advisory expires at noon CST. Tuesday, Nov. 17: Sunny and warmer, high 68°F. Northeast winds 5–10 mph. Mostly clear Tuesday night, low 51°F. Wednesday, Nov. 18: Mostly sunny, high 75°F. East winds 5–10 mph. Partly cloudy Wednesday night, low 56°F. Thursday, Nov. 19: Mostly sunny, high 77°F. East winds 5–10 mph. Partly cloudy Thursday night, low 57°F. Looking Ahead: Nov. 20 21 Friday and Saturday are expected to remain mostly sunny, with highs near 78 degrees.
The supplied local outlook shows no additional precipitation through Saturday.
For now, the most immediate concerns remain Sunday's strengthening winds and rain before improving conditions Monday.
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