Shreveport, La. – A warm, still morning greets northwest Louisiana on this late-October Thursday, the kind that carries a calm before change. Blue skies stretch across the Red River Valley now, but growing clouds by Friday will mark the region’s next shift — one that brings back rain, thunder, and a taste of unsettled fall weather through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, Thursday stays quiet and mild, with highs near 82°F and light southeast winds. The real change arrives Friday evening, when a developing system out of Texas pushes showers and a few thunderstorms east across the Ark-La-Tex. Rain chances climb sharply after sunset Friday, continuing through Saturday with locally heavy downpours possible along I-20 and U.S. 71.
Drivers planning Friday night travel should watch for wet pavement and brief reduced visibility in passing showers. Outdoor events Saturday may face delays or cancellations as storms sweep through in waves. For now, severe weather is not expected, but lightning and gusty winds could accompany stronger cells.
Saturday will top out in the low 70s, with showers and storms likely through the day. Sunday brings a brief break, though a few lingering showers could stick around early.
Looking beyond the weekend, drier air and cooler breezes slide in by Monday. Highs fall back into the 70s with lows in the 50s — comfortable, classic late-fall weather for the Ark-La-Tex. But with November approaching, cooler nights and early hints of frost farther north remind residents that true seasonal change is just around the corner.
Five-Day Forecast for Shreveport, LA:
Thu: 82/56 – Mostly sunny; warm and calm.
Fri: 81/63 – Increasing clouds; showers late.
Sat: 73/63 – Showers and storms likely; gusty at times.
Sun: 74/59 – Partly sunny; lingering light showers.
Mon: 78/58 – Mostly sunny; drier, cooler air returning.
