LAKE CHARLES, La. – A warm, dry stretch will continue across southwest Louisiana and southeast Texas through the weekend, giving fans and players ideal conditions for high school football under clear skies.
According to the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, Thursday evening games will see kickoff temperatures between 75 and 82 degrees with a light northeast breeze around 6–12 mph. Gusts could briefly reach 20 mph early, helping to keep humidity low despite daytime highs in the upper 80s to near 90. By the fourth quarter, readings will ease into the upper 60s to mid-70s.
Friday night’s matchups will feature slightly cooler air with highs near 88 and game-time temperatures between 73 and 78 degrees. Winds will again come from the north-northeast but remain lighter—mostly 5 to 10 mph—making for calm and comfortable conditions on the field and in the stands. The probability of rain both nights is effectively zero.
The stable fall weather pattern continues through the weekend, with afternoon highs from 84 to 88 degrees Saturday and 85 to 89 on Sunday. Overnight lows will dip into the mid- to upper 60s, offering mild mornings for early tailgaters and Saturday events.
Travel conditions will remain excellent, and no weather-related disruptions are expected on area roads or interstates such as I-10 and U.S. 171. Fans are encouraged to stay hydrated during the warm afternoons and bring light layers for late-evening cooldowns.
This extended dry spell marks one of the most settled stretches of early October, ideal for outdoor sports, festivals, and any fall cleanup projects before humidity returns next week.
Five-Day Forecast for Lake Charles, LA:
Thu: 91/65 – Sunny; breezy early, dry evening for football.
Fri: 88/63 – Clear and mild; calm northeast breeze.
Sat: 88/66 – Mostly sunny; comfortable fall warmth.
Sun: 89/67 – Sunny skies; light wind, no rain.
Mon: 87/65 – Warm and dry; slight humidity increase late.
