Shreveport, LA – An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect today for Northeast and North Central Louisiana, with heat indices expected to soar to 110°F or higher. Elsewhere, a Heat Advisory is in place, with indices ranging from 105°F to 109°F. Daytime high temperatures across the region are forecasted to reach the mid-90s to low 100s.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Shreveport, these dangerously hot conditions are expected to persist through the weekend. Residents are advised to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities, and seek air-conditioned environments. The heatwave is forecasted to intensify, with temperatures likely reaching 100°F by Saturday and 101°F by Sunday.
Isolated showers and thunderstorms may provide brief relief this afternoon in parts of Northeast and North Central Louisiana, but the overall chance of precipitation remains low, with only 10-20% coverage expected in most areas.
The extreme heat is predicted to persist into early next week, with temperatures slightly cooling on Monday, reaching around 96°F, before rising again later in the week. Residents are encouraged to check on vulnerable people and pets during this heatwave and to stay informed about any further weather advisories.
