Shreveport, Louisiana – Heat and storms will slam into northwestern Louisiana Monday afternoon, putting Shreveport residents on alert for extreme temperatures and sudden downpours.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, there’s a 30% chance of thunderstorms after 4 p.m. Monday, paired with dangerous heat index values up to 103°. Highs will reach 96°, and storm activity could bring brief but intense rainfall and lightning, particularly near the I-20 corridor.
Southwest winds around 5 mph may offer little relief, and anyone working or driving outside in the late afternoon should stay hydrated, limit exposure, and prepare for slick roads or lightning delays.
Tuesday’s heat holds steady with another chance of storms after 1 p.m., but slightly milder temps (high of 94°). By Wednesday, storms grow more likely, with a 40% chance and a renewed focus on afternoon disruptions.
🔎 FIVE-DAY FORECAST: MONDAY, JULY 7 – FRIDAY, JULY 12
- Monday: High 96° | 30% chance of PM thunderstorms | Heat index 103°
- Tuesday: High 94° | Mostly sunny with 30% chance of PM storms
- Wednesday: High 94° | 40% chance of afternoon thunderstorms
- Thursday: High 96° | Mostly sunny with slight storm chance
- Friday: High 88° | Sunny and dry — best day for outdoor plans
Looking ahead to the weekend, Friday’s break from the 90s could offer the most comfortable stretch of the week, but the heat rebuilds Saturday with highs near 97°. Expect more alerts midweek if storm chances increase.
