Louisiana Weather Alert: Shreveport Faces Spring Thunderstorm Risk Through Sunday with Highway 20 Travel Impact

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Shreveport, LA – Thunderstorms could disrupt Easter Sunday in Shreveport, as a strong spring system rolls into northwest Louisiana with increasing rain chances by the weekend.

According to the National Weather Service, Shreveport will see a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms Saturday night, with conditions worsening into Sunday. By Easter morning, the probability of storms rises to 50 percent, potentially affecting plans, travel along I-20, and outdoor gatherings.

Ahead of the weekend, warm and mostly sunny conditions will hold through Thursday and Friday, with highs near 87°F and 88°F, respectively. South winds could gust up to 25 mph on both days, contributing to dry and breezy weather before moisture arrives.

Saturday begins with just a 20 percent chance of rain and a high of 86°F. But by nightfall, scattered thunderstorms are likely to increase. Sunday holds the highest storm risk, with cloudy skies and continued gusty conditions. Temperatures will reach 81°F before dipping into the upper 50s Sunday night.

Residents planning Easter activities outdoors should prepare for quick weather changes and monitor updates from local authorities. Flooding is not expected, but travel delays or isolated lightning risks remain possible.

The workweek will begin unsettled, with a 20 percent chance of showers Monday and a slightly higher 40 percent chance Tuesday. Highs will remain in the low-to-mid 80s into next week.

Five-Day Forecast (April 17–21):

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 87°F.
  • Friday: Mostly cloudy, high 88°F.
  • Saturday: Cloudy, 20% chance showers, high 86°F.
  • Sunday (Easter): 50% chance of storms, high 81°F.
  • Monday: 20% chance of showers, high near 80°F.