Claiborne Parish residents can expect hot and humid weather to persist through the upcoming Juneteenth weekend, with the National Weather Service forecasting temperatures in the mid-90s and heat index values topping 100 degrees in some areas. Scattered rain and thunderstorm chances are also in the forecast.

Wednesday (Today)
The day will be mostly sunny with a high near 94°F, but heat index values could reach up to 102°F, making outdoor activity potentially dangerous during peak afternoon hours. A south wind of 5 to 10 mph will offer limited relief.

Wednesday Night
A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible overnight. Skies will be partly cloudy, with a low around 73°F and a light south wind around 5 mph.

Thursday (Juneteenth)
Juneteenth celebrations may be impacted by a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1 p.m. The day will otherwise be mostly sunny, with a high near 92°F. Winds will be calm, becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Thursday Night
Conditions will clear again with a mostly clear sky and a low near 73°F.

Friday Through Sunday
Expect a stretch of sunny and increasingly hot days:

Friday: Sunny, high near 94°F.

Saturday: Sunny and hot, high near 96°F.

Sunday: Sunny and hot, high near 95°F.

Each night will remain mostly clear with lows hovering around 74°F.

Monday
The start of next week brings a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms under mostly sunny skies, with a high near 94°F.

Heat Safety Reminders
Local officials urge residents to take precautions during extreme heat:

Stay hydrated and avoid prolonged exposure to the sun.

Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning.

Never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles.

Stay tuned to local weather updates and advisories as conditions may shift. For the latest alerts, visit weather.gov.