Shreveport, La. – Triple-digit heat indices and unrelenting sunshine will grip northwest Louisiana through midweek, keeping Shreveport and surrounding parishes sweltering. Drivers on Interstate 20 should prepare for hot pavement and potential heat-related vehicle issues Tuesday afternoon as highs near 95 degrees. Hydration, limited outdoor activity, and caution during peak heat hours are critical.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, temperatures will remain above normal through Wednesday before storm chances build Thursday afternoon. Forecasters expect partly sunny skies Tuesday with light winds shifting northwest, allowing highs to climb quickly. Heat and humidity will dominate until late Wednesday, when clouds increase ahead of the next system.
Residents across Caddo and Bossier parishes should anticipate uncomfortable nights, with lows holding in the lower 70s. The stagnant air means little relief for outdoor workers, students, and athletes. City officials urge caution for those sensitive to heat, recommending frequent breaks, shaded areas, and extra water.
By Thursday, scattered thunderstorms could impact evening commutes along Interstate 20 and U.S. Highway 71. While rainfall chances remain modest at 20 percent, isolated downpours may cause slick roads. Rain chances increase into Friday and Saturday, bringing a welcome cool down closer to 89 degrees.
The weekend trend favors slightly lower temperatures with spotty showers each day. Outdoor events should be planned with backup options, especially during late afternoons when storms are most likely.
Expect a gradual transition from summer’s lingering grip to a more seasonal fall pattern by Sunday. Another update will be issued as storm chances increase.
Five Day Forecast for Shreveport, Louisiana
- Tuesday: Sunny and hot, high near 95. Low 71.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 94. Low 72.
- Thursday: 20% chance of storms after 1 p.m., high 93. Low 71.
- Friday: 40% chance of storms, high 90. Low 70.
- Saturday: 20% chance of storms, high 89. Low 70.
