Shreveport, Louisiana – Thunderstorms are expected to return to the Shreveport area by Thursday afternoon, threatening to snarl traffic on major roadways like I-20 and I-49 just as summer-like heat sets in for the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, there’s a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms Thursday, beginning in the afternoon and continuing into the evening. Winds will remain calm early but may shift slightly as storms develop. Thursday’s high will reach 85°F, with humidity adding to discomfort. A 20% storm chance lingers Thursday night, with partly cloudy skies and lows around 68°F.
Drivers and outdoor workers should stay weather-aware Thursday, especially after 2 p.m. when lightning and brief heavy rain could affect visibility and commutes. Those in low-lying or flood-prone areas should monitor conditions closely.
By Friday, skies clear with mostly sunny conditions and a high near 82°F. From Saturday through Tuesday, a summer pattern locks in — highs climb to the upper 80s and low 90s, with calm winds and minimal rain chances.
Here’s a closer look at the next 5 days:
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 82°F, low 62°F
- Saturday: Sunny and warm, high 85°F
- Sunday: Hot, mostly sunny, high 88°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 91°F
- Tuesday: Slight storm chance (20%), high near 91°F
