Today's Baton Rouge Louisiana weather outlook, as of 5:16 AM on Friday, the 21st of June. Today, mostly cloudy, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 106. Then later, Tonight, mostly cloudy, with a low around 78. Saturday, mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 95. Next, Saturday Night, increasing clouds, with a low around 77. Sunrise today will be at 6:03 am and the sun will set at 8:10 pm.
There are 4 local weather hazards at the time of this report. Here are those local weather hazards.
Hazardous Weather Outlook. This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Southeast Louisiana. South Mississippi and the adjacent coastal waters. Day one. Today and Tonight. A heat advisory has been issued today from 11 am through 7 pm. An isolated thunderstorm will be possible today. Any thunderstorm capable of developing could become strong or even severe with the main hazard being damaging winds. Days two through seven. Saturday through Thursday. Typical afternoon thunderstorms are possible each day, isolated in coverage again Saturday, more scattered Sunday through Thursday. These thunderstorms will be capable of gusty winds, occasional lightning and brief heavy rainfall. Spotter information statement. Spotter activation is not anticipated.
Urgent - weather message. Oppresive heat to develop again today. A very humid environment is in place and this will combine with temperatures approaching the lower and possibly even mid 90s. The combination of the warm temperatures will lead to very uncomfortable and possibly dangerous conditions. Heat advisory in effect from 11 am this morning to 7 pm Central Daylight Time this evening. The National Weather Service in New Orleans has issued a Heat Advisory, which is in effect from 11 AM this morning to 7 PM Central Daylight Time this evening. Temperature. to 95 degrees. Heat index values. to 109 degrees. Impacts. Heat exhaustion or stroke may set in if individuals and pets are not adequately cooled and/or hydrated. Precautionary/preparedness actions. A Heat Advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible. Drink plenty of fluids. stay in an air-conditioned room. stay out of the sun. and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions. if you work or spend time outside. When possible. reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work. the occupational safety and health administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency.
Flood Statement. The flood warning continues for the following rivers in Louisiana. Mississippi River At Red River Landing affecting East Baton Rouge. Pointe Coupee and West Feliciana Parishes. Mississippi River At Baton Rouge affecting East Baton Rouge and West Baton Rouge Parishes. Mississippi River At Donaldsonville affecting Ascension Parish. Mississippi River At Reserve affecting St. Charles. James and St. John The Baptist Parishes. Precautionary/preparedness actions. Forecast crests are based upon rainfall that has occurred along with anticipated rain for the next 24 hours. Adjustments to the forecasts will be made if additional heavy rainfall occurs. Do not drive cars through flooded areas. Remember, two feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles including pickups. Turn around and don`t drown!. A followup product will be issued later. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, local tv and radio stations. or your cable provider, for the latest information. The latest graphical hydrologic information can also be found at ...