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Posted 4:38 AM 9/14/2026 by Dave Baker

The wet pattern continues to wind down this week as upper-level high pressure brings lower rain chances and warmer temperatures to South Louisiana. Storm coverage stays limited this week, with the heat building before a more unsettled weekend and a tropical (More)

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Posted 5:13 PM 9/13/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

When compared to this past week, next week will have much less showers and storms. It will be hot, but there are indications of a pretty significant humidity drop late week. 

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Posted 5:47 PM 9/12/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

Storms will become a lot less likely in the coming days. As a result, the added sunshine will allow temperatures to increase.

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Posted 5:08 PM 9/11/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

Deep tropical moisture will continue to pump into the Capital Area, bringing downpours and the possibility of isolated poor-drainage flooding into the weekend. Additionally, lightning could pose a threat of minor delays to any outdoor activities, including football.

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Posted 5:29 PM 9/10/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

Deep tropical moisture will continue to pump into the Capital Area, bringing downpours and the possibility of isolated poor-drainage flooding into the weekend. Additionally, lightning could pose a threat of minor delays to any outdoor activities, including football.

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Posted 4:43 PM 9/9/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

A steady stream of tropical moisture will keep numerous downpours in the Capital Area forecast for the foreseeable future. Gusty winds and frequent lightning will accompany a few of these storms. Elevated storm chances will carry over into another busy football weekend in Baton Rouge.

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Posted 5:00 PM 9/8/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

A persistent supply of tropical moisture will keep scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms in the Baton Rouge Area forecast through the upcoming weekend. Any thunderstorms may produce downpours, frequent lightning, and gusty wind. Prior to any development, humid conditions will push heat (More)

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Posted 4:53 PM 9/7/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

Daily afternoon storms aren't going anywhere anytime soon. The Capital Area is locked in a typical late-summer pattern, with no cold fronts in sight to break up the heat and humidity.

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Posted 5:34 PM 9/6/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

The first full week of September will offer up a very typical summer recipe. That means expect more hot temperatures in the 90s, high humidity, and pop-up storms. 

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Posted 5:46 PM 9/5/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

The pattern of heat, humidity, and pop-up storms will continue for the foreseeable future. Rain chances will vary a bit day to day, but every day will feature at least some activity. 

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Posted 4:39 PM 9/4/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

Following week one of high school football, Baton Rouge is gearing up for a big college football Saturday. Keep an eye on the skies, as storms could impact game day. While a full washout is not expected, outdoor tailgaters should remain weather-aware and seek shelter if lightning threatens.