Residents in DeSoto Parish should prepare for a mix of sunshine, heat, and scattered thunderstorms throughout the remainder of the week and into the weekend, according to the latest forecast.

Wednesday:
Showers and thunderstorms are likely, especially after 4 p.m. The day will be partly sunny with a high near 89°F. Winds will be light from the southwest around 5 mph. There’s a 70% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Wednesday Night:
Showers and thunderstorms remain likely, mainly before 7 p.m. The evening will be mostly cloudy with a low around 73°F. Winds will continue from the southwest at 5 mph. Rain chances drop slightly to 60%.

Thursday:
Expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 91°F. There’s a 50% chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms, beginning after 1 p.m.

Thursday Night:
Partly cloudy skies and a low near 74°F.

Friday:
A mostly sunny and hot day is expected, with highs reaching near 94°F. A slight 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible in the afternoon.

Friday Night:
Mostly clear with a low around 74°F.

Weekend Outlook:
Saturday:
Hot and sunny, with a high near 94°F. There’s a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m.

Saturday Night:
Mostly clear and warm with a low near 75°F.

Sunday:
A 30% chance of showers and storms continues. Expect mostly sunny skies and a high near 94°F.

Sunday Night:
Partly cloudy with an overnight low around 75°F.

Looking Ahead to Monday:
The week begins with continued heat and a 30% chance of thunderstorms. Expect mostly sunny conditions with temperatures climbing to a high near 96°F.

Stay weather-aware as scattered thunderstorms may bring periods of heavy rain, lightning, and brief wind gusts.