DeSoto Parish residents can expect generally mild conditions through the middle of the week, with increasing chances for rain and possible thunderstorms heading into the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

Wednesday will be partly sunny with a high near 74 degrees. There is a slight 20 percent chance of showers early in the morning, mainly before 9 a.m. Winds will shift through the day, starting from the west around 5 mph and becoming northeast by the afternoon. Wednesday night will be mostly cloudy, with overnight lows near 50 and light east winds around 5 mph.

Thursday will remain partly sunny and pleasant, with highs near 75. East winds around 5 mph will become southerly during the afternoon. Mostly cloudy skies will continue into Thursday night, with lows around 57.

Rain chances return Friday, with a 20 percent chance of showers developing after noon under mostly cloudy skies. Highs are expected to reach near 79. A slight chance of showers will continue Friday night, with overnight lows around 60.

The most active weather is expected Saturday, when showers and possibly a thunderstorm are likely throughout the day. High temperatures will reach near 72, with an 80 percent chance of precipitation. Showers may continue into Saturday night, with thunderstorms possible before midnight, followed by lingering rain chances. Overnight lows will drop to around 50, with a 60 percent chance of rain.

Conditions improve Sunday, with mostly sunny skies and cooler temperatures. Highs will reach near 65, followed by a mostly clear Sunday night with lows around 44.

Looking ahead to Washington’s Birthday, sunshine returns with pleasant temperatures. Monday is expected to be sunny, with highs near 70.

Residents are encouraged to monitor local forecasts as the weekend approaches, especially for updates on potential thunderstorms and periods of heavy rainfall.