Summer heat and humidity will continue across Bienville Parish through the upcoming week. High temperatures will remain in the lower to middle 90s, with daily opportunities for scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms. While no prolonged periods of rain are expected, locally heavy downpours and frequent lightning will accompany the strongest storms.
Wednesday, July 15: Partly sunny, hot and humid with scattered afternoon thunderstorms. High near 92, low around 74.
Thursday, July 16: Mostly sunny with only a slight chance of an afternoon thunderstorm. High near 93, low around 74.
Friday, July 17: Hot and muggy with a mix of sun and clouds. Isolated to scattered afternoon thunderstorms are expected. High near 94, low around 75.
Saturday, July 18: Partly sunny with continued humid conditions and a chance of afternoon thunderstorms. High around 92, low near 74.
Sunday, July 19: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers and thunderstorms becoming more numerous during the afternoon. High near 90, low around 73.
Monday, July 20: Warm and humid with a mix of clouds and sunshine. Afternoon thunderstorms remain possible. High near 91, low around 73.
Tuesday, July 21: Partly sunny with another chance for scattered afternoon thunderstorms. High in the lower 90s, low in the lower 70s.
A typical mid-July weather pattern will persist across North Louisiana, featuring hot afternoons, warm and muggy nights, and daily chances for pop-up thunderstorms. Residents should stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day, and remain alert for lightning and brief heavy rainfall when storms develop.