Baton Rouge Braces for Late-Week Showers, Mild Temperatures to Continue
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, residents can expect a continuation of unseasonably warm weather this week, with a cold front bringing a chance of showers late in the week but offering little relief from the mild temperatures.
As of 3:03 PM UTC on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, the forecast calls for cloudy skies early, transitioning to showers in the afternoon. The high temperature is expected to reach 77°F, with south-southeast winds blowing at 10 to 15 mph. There is a 40% chance of precipitation today, according to The Weather Channel.
WAFB reports that temperatures this morning are significantly warmer than yesterday, well above freezing. While clouds are increasing, the day will remain dry, with highs in the mid to upper 70s. A south-southwest breeze of 15 to 20 mph is also anticipated.
Burn bans remain in effect for several Louisiana parishes, including some locally, prompting officials to advise against any outdoor burning. While increased humidity levels have lowered the overall fire risk, breezy conditions could still allow fires to spread quickly during daylight hours.
The chance of rain increases on Thursday, with a few isolated showers possible. However, the most significant rainfall is expected to arrive early Friday as a frontal boundary moves through the area. The GRAF forecast model predicts a line of scattered showers and thunderstorms moving through at 6 am Friday. Showers and potential thunderstorms should exit by lunchtime, with rainfall totals generally ranging from 0.25 to 0.75 inches.
Looking ahead, meteorological spring begins on Sunday, and the 8–14 day outlook suggests above-normal temperatures will persist into early March. The Climate Prediction Center forecasts continued above-normal warmth, with highs averaging around 10° above normal and many locations potentially reaching 80° or warmer on multiple days. While a brief cool snap isn’t entirely ruled out, the next 7 to 10 days are expected to remain consistently mild.
The National Weather Service’s 7-day forecast for Baton Rouge indicates a high near 74°F today with partly sunny conditions. Tonight will be mostly cloudy with a low around 63°F. Thursday’s forecast includes a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 3 pm, with a high near 78°F. Showers are likely Thursday night, with a low around 62°F. Friday brings a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 3 pm, followed by a slight chance of showers, and a high near 77°F. The weekend is expected to be sunny with highs in the upper 70s and low 80s.
A Facebook post from Louisiana First News echoed the warmer trend, stating that it will “feel like spring again” in the Baton Rouge area on Wednesday, with highs in the 70s and low 80s.
