Shreveport, Louisiana – Thunderstorms charging into northwest Louisiana on Friday promise to shake up weekend plans, with heavy rain and dangerous lightning likely to impact Shreveport and surrounding areas. Drivers on I-20 should prepare for slick roads and possible delays as storms roll in Friday afternoon and continue through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, showers and thunderstorms become likely by 1 p.m. Friday, with the strongest cells threatening power lines and disrupting travel—especially along I-20. The risk doesn’t end with the workweek; storm chances persist Friday night, Saturday, and into early next week, increasing the threat of flash flooding on local streets and highways.
South Shreveport, Bossier City, and nearby communities should expect heavy downpours, frequent lightning, and sudden wind gusts through Sunday. If you must travel, slow down and keep extra distance from other vehicles—especially on I-20, Highway 80, and rural parish roads. Prepare for brief power outages by charging phones, gathering flashlights, and monitoring local alerts.
Saturday and Sunday remain stormy, with temperatures climbing to the mid-80s. Most schools and businesses are open, but outdoor events may face interruptions from lightning or heavy rainfall. By Monday, drier and warmer weather brings a high near 88°F, though showers may return Tuesday with another round of storms possible.
Extended 5-Day Forecast:
Tuesday: 40% chance of storms, high near 82°F
Friday: 30% chance of storms after 1 p.m., high near 84°F
Saturday: 30% chance of storms after 1 p.m., high near 86°F
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 87°F
Monday: Partly sunny, high near 88°F
