Lake Charles, La. – Thunderstorms are firing across central Louisiana Saturday morning, bringing the risk of heavy rain, gusty winds, and frequent lightning before spreading across the region through the afternoon. Highs will climb into the lower 90s, but humidity will drive heat index values close to 100, keeping conditions uncomfortable even between storms.
According to the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, storms could become strong to severe in spots, especially north of Interstate 10 where rain chances climb as high as 45 percent near Alexandria. Lake Charles, Beaumont, and Lafayette will see more scattered activity with afternoon storm chances between 25 and 35 percent.
Drivers should be prepared for reduced visibility and ponding on roadways during downpours, while boaters are urged to use caution as seas rise to 2 to 3 feet with gusty winds near storms. If thunder is heard, residents are reminded to move indoors immediately for safety.
Relief is on the way by Sunday as a weak cold front pushes south, bringing noticeably drier air and slightly cooler nights. Rain chances drop sharply, and much of next week looks calm with highs in the upper 80s to near 90.
Five Day Forecast for Lake Charles, La.
- Saturday: High 90–95°, scattered thunderstorms, rain chance 25–40%.
- Sunday: High 88–92°, isolated storms early, turning drier, rain chance 15–40%.
- Monday: High 85–91°, mostly sunny, rain chance 5–15%.
- Tuesday: High 86–89°, partly sunny, rain chance 0–15%.
- Wednesday: High 87–92°, sunny, rain chance 0–15%.
