A Change in the Weather: What's Next for Baton Rouge?

After a night of heavy storms, things are finally calming down. The rain is easing up, and the air is getting drier. This means the humidity will drop, and it will feel less sticky outside.

Today's Weather

• Temperature: Upper 70s (a bit cooler than recent days)
• Wind: Blowing from the northwest, helping to clear out the clouds
• Afternoon: Mostly dry, but a few scattered showers possible
• Tonight: Mostly clear, temperatures dropping to mid- to upper 50s

Upcoming Weather

• Monday: Nice with highs in the upper 70s and low humidity
• Tuesday: Another cold front arrives, bringing cooler air
• Midweek: Highs in the upper 60s, overnight lows in the 40s north of Baton Rouge and near 50 closer to the coast
• Second Half of the Week: Dry and crisp, perfect for outdoor activities

Hurricane Melissa in the Caribbean

• Strength: Category 4 hurricane with winds up to 140 mph
• Path: Moving westward, expected to pass just south of Jamaica before hitting the island's southern coast on Tuesday
• After Jamaica: Turns northeast, crossing southeastern Cuba and the Bahamas midweek
• Expected Impact: Strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding in Jamaica; likely to remain a major hurricane as it moves toward Cuba and the Bahamas

Stay Alert

People in the affected areas should stay alert and follow updates.