Lake Charles, La. – Heavy thunderstorms are expected to soak southeast Texas and southwest Louisiana through Friday, raising concerns over flash flooding and hazardous travel. Drivers could encounter ponding on roadways during the evening commute as downpours intensify.
According to the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, a weak boundary stalled over central Louisiana is pulling in tropical moisture, fueling storms capable of producing torrential rainfall, frequent lightning, and gusty winds. The Weather Prediction Center has placed the region under a marginal risk for excessive rainfall both Thursday and Friday, with nuisance street flooding possible from Beaumont to Lafayette.
Cities including Lake Charles, Port Arthur, and Alexandria may see storms flare up late this afternoon into Friday morning. Rain chances remain high, ranging from 40% to 80% Friday, before tapering off Saturday. Motorists are urged to avoid water-covered roads, keep electronic devices charged, and plan extra time for travel during peak storm activity.
Conditions will improve over the weekend with rain chances dropping to 20–30% Saturday and only 10–20% Sunday into Monday. As storms diminish, temperatures will climb back into the upper 90s early next week.
Warnings remain in effect through Friday night, with more updates expected if flooding issues increase.
Five Day Forecast for Lake Charles, Louisiana:
- Thursday: High 91–93°, rain chance 60–70%, storms likely tonight with lows 72–75°
- Friday: High 89–93°, rain chance 40–80%, storm risk continues; night lows 69–75°
- Saturday: High 92–94°, rain chance 20–50%, lows 70–75°
- Sunday: High 94–97°, isolated storms possible, lows 70–76°
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 95–98°, low 72–76°
