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Posted 5:52 AM 2/20/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

Highs will stay in the 80s the next few days ahead of a strong cold front. After it passes, a big cooldown will follow, with freezing temperatures possible next week.

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Posted 4:59 PM 2/19/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

Unseasonable warmth will continue through the end of the week, but don't get too comfortable in those short sleeves because a significant shift is expected soon. We are tracking a cold front, which will turn the weekend into a "tale of two days" as spring-like highs transition to winter-like (More)

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Posted 4:52 PM 2/18/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

Spring-like warmth is sticking around a bit longer. A few showers may pop up as a cold front approaches, but once it moves through, it will usher in another noticeable blast of colder air.

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Posted 6:21 PM 2/17/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

Short-sleeve weather dominates the Storm Station forecast after Mardi Gras. The spring-like warmth will persist through the week, but a cold front this weekend will send temperatures plunging next week.

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Posted 6:10 PM 2/16/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

Mardi Gras celebrations won’t suffer from any weather-related issues. As the good times are rolling, warmer air will be rolling in as well. Expect a spring-like feel for the remainder of the week.

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Posted 5:19 PM 2/15/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

The lead-up to Mardi Gras will be quiet and cooperative for any and all outdoor parades across the Capital Area. Another warmup is on the way for the rest of the week.

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Posted 1:21 PM 2/15/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

The National Weather Service has issued a TORNADO WATCH for East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, Assumption, Iberville, East Feliciana, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, St. Mary, and West Feliciana (More)

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Posted 9:13 AM 2/15/2026 by Meteorologist Dave Baker

Overnight storms have moved on, but breezy conditions linger, and perhaps some wrap-around cloud cover this afternoon. Warmer-than-average weather continues into next week.

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Posted 9:08 AM 2/14/2026 by Meteorologist Dave Baker

A warm and breezy Saturday is expected across the Capital Region, but changes are coming later tonight. A strong storm system will move in, bringing the potential for severe weather overnight into Sunday morning.

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Posted 4:10 PM 2/13/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

A strong storm system will move through the Capital Area Saturday night into Sunday morning. After this, laissez les bons temps rouler as pleasant weather will carry right on through Mardi Gras.

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Posted 5:27 PM 2/12/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

While the rest of our workweek looks warm and dry, the Storm Station is tracking a system that will impact part of Mardi Gras Weekend. In addition to the chance for rain and thunderstorms, it will be windy at times.

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Posted 4:44 PM 2/11/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

With Wednesday's high of 82°, Baton Rouge surpassed the record high of 81° (2024, 2017, 1999). The rest of the workweek will remain warm and relatively calm. This leads into a not-so-quiet weekend as a more significant dose of rain and thunderstorms arrives.