Acadiana can expect increased chances of scattered thunderstorms through Wednesday, with the potential for some locally heavy downpours. An upper-level low pressure system over the Gulf will fuel storm development. While not unusual for this time of year, residents should be aware of the possibility of torrential rainfall in some areas.
As this low weakens and moves into Texas on Thursday, drier air aloft will push across the region, helping decrease rain chances slightly later in the week. This drier air will also likely contribute to near-normal summertime temperatures. This typical summertime pattern, with sunshine and clouds mixed and a chance of afternoon thunderstorms, is expected to persist over the weekend.
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