Shreveport residents should prepare for a wet start to the workweek as showers and isolated thunderstorms move into northwest Louisiana on Monday. Roads like Interstate 20 could see slick spots by the afternoon commute, with drivers urged to allow extra travel time.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, a 20 percent chance of storms begins after 1 p.m. Monday, growing stronger by Tuesday with a 40 percent chance of rain. While most of the weekend remains sunny and hot with highs in the mid-90s, the shift Monday signals the arrival of unsettled fall weather across the region.
Daytime highs will remain near the low 90s early in the week, but added humidity and storm potential could create muggy, uncomfortable conditions. Even brief downpours may impact powerlines or cause ponding on local streets, especially in low-lying areas near Cross Lake and downtown Shreveport. Commuters on I-20 and I-49 should stay alert for reduced visibility during showers.
Residents are encouraged to secure outdoor furniture, check drainage around their property, and keep electronic devices charged in case of storm-related outages. Afternoon activities, including school pick-ups and evening events, could face disruptions if storms linger into the evening hours.
Looking ahead, rain chances stay elevated through midweek before gradually tapering by Thursday night. Sunshine and slightly cooler conditions are expected to return by Friday, signaling a calmer end to September’s first real taste of fall weather.
Warnings and advisories may follow if storm chances increase, so residents should check for updates through local media and the National Weather Service.
Five Day Forecast for Shreveport, Louisiana
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 94. Low around 71.
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 94. Low around 72.
- Monday: 20% chance of storms after 1 p.m. High near 93. Low around 73.
- Tuesday: 40% chance of showers. High near 93. Low around 73.
- Wednesday: 40% chance of storms. High near 89. Low around 69.
