The National Weather Service is forecasting warm temperatures and gusty winds for LaSalle Parish through midweek, with rain and thunderstorm chances increasing on Thursday before sunny skies return for the weekend.

Wednesday will be partly sunny with a high near 75 degrees. South winds will range from 10 to 15 mph, with gusts reaching up to 30 mph, making for breezy afternoon conditions.

Wednesday night will turn mostly cloudy, with overnight lows around 62 degrees.

On Thursday, there is a slight chance of showers in the morning, followed by a greater chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Skies will be partly sunny with a high near 79 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 50 percent.

Thursday night will bring a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight, then a slight chance of lingering showers. Skies will become partly cloudy, with lows dipping to around 51 degrees.

Friday will be sunny with a high near 73 degrees, while Friday night will be mostly clear with a low around 47 degrees.

The weekend forecast looks pleasant. Saturday will be sunny with a high near 79 degrees, followed by a partly cloudy Saturday night and a low near 51 degrees.

Sunday will be mostly sunny with highs around 78 degrees, closing out the weekend with comfortable conditions.

Residents are encouraged to stay weather-aware Thursday afternoon and evening as scattered thunderstorms move through the area.

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