Baton Rouge weather: Strong winds, storms likely Tuesday
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Louisiana is under a severe weather threat for Fat Tuesday. High winds and strong to severe thunderstorms are possible Tuesday afternoon and evening.
A slight risk and an enhanced risk for severe weather are in place for parts of Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Tennessee, Mississippi and Alabama.
Scattered thunderstorms will move through Tuesday, possibly between noon and 5 p.m. Rain and storms should be out of the way Tuesday evening.
As of Monday morning, model guidance hints at the Baton Rouge area being done with the rain by Tuesday evening. All modes of severe weather will be possible as the cold front moves through. Make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather alerts.
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Mardi Gras will be warm, muggy and windy, with rain chances increasing around lunchtime. The day will start with milder temperatures, as morning lows will be near 60 degrees. Skies will be partly to mostly cloudy. Highs will be in the mid to upper 70s.
This will be a very warm and muggy day as southeasterly winds continue streaming in warmer air and moisture from the Gulf. Additional moisture in the atmosphere is a key ingredient for thunderstorms to develop.
Winds will be around 20-30 mph, but wind gusts could reach 40+ mph. A high wind watch will be in effect from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m. Make sure any lightweight and loose outdoor holiday decor is secured.
Once the cold front clears out of the area, things will quiet down again. Wednesday morning's lows will be in the low 50s. Northwest winds will bring in cooler and drier air. It will be a nice, sunny and breezy day with lower temperatures and humidity. Highs will be in the mid-60s.
Winds will be around 10-15 mph, but wind gusts could reach 20-25 mph.
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