Residents of Claiborne Parish can expect unsettled weather through the middle of the week, followed by a return to hot and mostly sunny conditions as the weekend approaches, according to the National Weather Service.

Wednesday:
Showers and thunderstorms are likely throughout the day. A few showers may begin before 7 a.m., with increased activity between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m., and continuing into the afternoon. Skies will remain mostly cloudy, with a high near 87°F. Winds will be calm early, becoming light from the southwest around 5 mph. There is a 70% chance of rain, with expected rainfall amounts between a quarter and half an inch.

Wednesday Night:
A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms lingers through early evening, mainly before 1 a.m. Patchy fog is possible between 1 a.m. and 3 a.m. The night will be mostly cloudy with a low around 71°F and calm winds.

Thursday:
Scattered showers and thunderstorms continue, with a 50% chance of precipitation. The day will be partly sunny with a high near 91°F. Winds will be calm in the morning, becoming southwest at around 5 mph by the afternoon.

Thursday Night:
Skies will clear, bringing a mostly clear night with a low around 73°F.

Friday Through Sunday:
Hot and mostly sunny conditions will dominate the weekend, with only slight chances of afternoon thunderstorms.

Friday: A 20% chance of storms after 1 p.m., otherwise sunny and hot, with a high near 95°F.

Friday Night: Mostly clear with a low around 73°F.

Saturday: Another 20% chance of storms after 1 p.m., with sunny skies and a high near 95°F.

Saturday Night: Mostly clear and warm, low around 73°F.

Sunday: A slightly higher 30% chance of storms under mostly sunny and hot conditions. High near 95°F.

Sunday Night: Mostly clear with a low around 74°F.

Looking Ahead to Monday:
The workweek begins with more heat and a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Expect mostly sunny skies and a high near 96°F.

Reminder: Afternoon thunderstorms this time of year can bring brief heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds. Stay weather-aware and hydrated during the heat.