Louisiana – Warm, sticky air hangs over Lake Charles as clouds thicken and scattered storms begin to bubble up, signaling a wet and increasingly active pattern heading into the first weekend of April.
According to the National Weather Service, isolated showers and thunderstorms develop later today, with about a 30 percent chance after 3 p.m. Winds may gust up to 25 mph, and brief downpours could reduce visibility along I-10 and I-210.
Storm chances increase into Friday, with scattered showers and thunderstorms developing after late morning. Highs in the mid-80s will help fuel instability, allowing for stronger cells capable of lightning and short bursts of heavy rain. Expect quick changes during the afternoon drive.
By Saturday, a more organized round of rain moves in. Showers and thunderstorms become likely by late morning, with rain chances climbing to 70 percent. Conditions may deteriorate quickly into the evening as heavier rain develops.
Saturday night brings the highest impact. Rain chances jump to around 80 percent, with periods of steady rain and embedded storms. Rainfall totals nearing 1 inch could lead to ponding on roads and slower travel across Lake Charles, Sulphur, and Moss Bluff.
Showers linger into Sunday, though coverage begins to decrease by afternoon. Skies stay mostly cloudy with cooler highs near 70°F, offering a calmer but still damp end to the weekend.
Early next week trends quieter, with gradual clearing and temperatures climbing back into the mid-70s.
If you’re traveling this weekend, plan for wet roads and changing visibility. Are storms starting where you are?
Five Day Forecast for Lake Charles, Louisiana:
Friday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 84°F (40–50%)
Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 84°F (40–70%)
Sunday: Chance of showers, high near 70°F (40%)
Monday: Mostly cloudy, high near 68°F
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 75°F
