Residents can expect a warm and mostly dry start to the week before a more unsettled weather pattern brings increasing chances of showers and thunderstorms heading into the weekend.
According to the latest forecast, Wednesday will feature mostly sunny skies with temperatures climbing to around 86 degrees. Light east winds between 5 and 10 mph will provide some relief from the early summer warmth. Overnight lows will fall to around 69 degrees under partly cloudy skies.
Thursday’s forecast remains favorable for outdoor activities, with mostly sunny conditions and a high near 86 degrees. However, forecasters note a slight 20 percent chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms developing after 1 p.m. Thursday night will remain partly cloudy with lows near 69 degrees.
Rain chances begin to increase Friday as a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected during the afternoon hours. Despite the possibility of rain, temperatures will remain warm, reaching approximately 87 degrees. Friday night will be mostly cloudy with a slight chance of lingering showers and lows around 72 degrees.
The greatest likelihood for widespread rainfall arrives over the weekend. On Saturday, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected during the morning before becoming more numerous during the afternoon. The chance of precipitation rises to 60 percent, with mostly cloudy skies and temperatures reaching around 86 degrees.
Saturday night will remain mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms and overnight lows near 73 degrees.
Sunday’s forecast calls for another active weather day, with showers and thunderstorms likely across the parish. Partly sunny skies and temperatures near 88 degrees are expected, while the chance of precipitation remains at 60 percent. Residents should be prepared for brief periods of heavy rainfall, lightning, and gusty winds associated with stronger thunderstorms.
The unsettled pattern continues into Monday, when partly sunny skies and a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms are forecast. High temperatures are expected to approach 89 degrees, making it one of the warmest days of the forecast period.
With summer activities, sporting events, and outdoor gatherings taking place throughout DeSoto Parish, residents are encouraged to remain weather-aware, particularly during afternoon and evening hours when thunderstorms are most likely to develop.
Officials recommend staying hydrated, limiting prolonged exposure to the heat, and monitoring local forecasts for any changes in weather conditions as the weekend approaches.
Overall, DeSoto Parish can expect typical early-summer weather featuring warm temperatures, increasing humidity, and periodic thunderstorms through the beginning of next week.