Louisiana
Headed to the beach? Here's your forecast from Texas to Florida.
Humidity has made its entrance into Louisiana this week, but we haven’t experienced any severe weather like we did last week when storms did damage in St. Landry Parish, Slidell, and Lake Charles. Clouds have lingered and morning lows haven’t dipped below 70 degrees. KATC meteorologist Daniel Phillips described the high temperatures in the Lafayette area this week as “flirting with the 90 degree mark.” It certainly felt like it.
Humidity will drop early next week as a system drags in drier, cooler air by Monday. The rain that will precede that frontal system Saturday night into Sunday shouldn’t pose any significant threats in terms of storms.
If you’re planning a weekend escape to see sun and sand, you will be in luck for Saturday. Pleasant temperatures and some sun are forecast at the most popular beach destinations for Louisiana folks.
What is the Beach Forecast for Gulf Shores, Pensacola, and Destin This Weekend?
The temperatures across the Alabama Gulf Coast and in the most eastern part of the Florida panhandle will get up to near 80 each day. When you wake up to enjoy your coffee on the patio or balcony, expect the temperature to be a balmy 72 to 74 degrees.
Rain chances are higher in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach on Sunday, with only isolated showers predicted for Pensacola Beach and Destin. As we seasoned beach-goers know, rain seems to scoot around the beach, so you may get lucky. Sunshine may be in short supply as partly to mostly cloudy skies are in the forecast for each location. Be careful, though! Clouds and the beach are a perfect recipe for a sunburn. Just ask me.
Rip current risks have dropped at Alabama and Florida beaches for this weekend. The National Weather Service at Mobile predicts a low rip current risk on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. You can see their forecast below.
What is the Beach Forecast for Galveston, Texas This Weekend?
If you’re headed to Galveston, you’ll enjoy a relatively nice day on Saturday with a high of 78. The front will start its jaunt across the Deep South, and Galveston will see showers overnight Saturday and into Sunday as a result. While Sunday may not be a complete washout, you should expect on and off rain all day. Then it will get cooler and breezier.
According to the website SwellInfo, the water will get choppy Saturday afternoon and continue to be so through Sunday. Enjoy Saturday morning before the rain and wind begins.
No bacteria warnings are posted for Galveston or the Texas Gulf Coast right now, so that’s a bit of good news.
What is the Beach Forecast for the Mississippi Gulf Coast This Weekend?
The Mississippi Gulf Coast and Biloxi may not see any of the rain until later Sunday, so Saturday would be a nice day for some sand castle fun. Bring cold beverages, as temperatures will climb above 80 on Saturday.
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Feel free to swim in the Gulf of Mexico all you want in Biloxi and Gulfport. There are some advisories to the west, though, near Pass Christian and Bay St. Louis.
What is the Beach Forecast for Louisiana Beaches This Weekend?
In terms of the weather, the forecast calls for showers Saturday night and more on Sunday and Monday. Sound familiar? Yeah. It’s essentially the same from Galveston to Destin, with slight variations in rain chances. If you’d like to stick closer to home but want the sand between your toes, you’ll find the weather great for some outdoor fun on Saturday.
As we mentioned last week, the beach and water quality reports from the Louisiana Department of Health aren’t being issued yet.
Have fun. Be safe. Wear sunscreen. Enjoy the less-than-90-degree weather while it lasts!
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19 April 2026•Update: 19 April 2026
At least eight children were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in the US state of Louisiana, local police said Sunday.
Shreveport Police Department spokesperson Christopher Bordelon said officers responded to the shooting just after 6 am (1100GMT), following a domestic disturbance call.
The age of the deceased ranged from one to 14 years, he said, adding that the incident involved at least 10 individuals across four separate locations.
The suspect attempted to flee by carjacking a vehicle and driving to neighboring Bossier City, where police located and shot him dead.
Bordelon said Shreveport police officers pursued the suspect’s vehicle into Bossier, where three officers discharged their firearms, killing him. He said investigators believe the suspect was the only person who opened fire at the locations.
Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux described the attack as “maybe the worst tragic situation we’ve ever had,” adding: “It’s a terrible morning.”
No immediate information was available about the condition of the injured.
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When it comes to retiring, the best places to do so often are affordable, have a high quality of life and access to quality healthcare.
If you’re looking for a place to retire, Niche has identified the best places for retirees in Louisiana.
In its list, Niche has taken into account factors like weather, crime rates, housing costs and access to amenities.
The 5 best places to retire in Louisiana according to Niche
These are the top five best places to retire in Louisiana, according to Niche.
1. Oak Hills Place
Oak Hills Place is a suburb of Baton Rouge and is the overall best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, has a population of 9,038 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. The area is highly rated for families, diversity, as well as health and fitness. Here, the median home value is $437,900 and the median rent is $1,422, according to Niche.
2. Westminster
Westminster is another suburb of Baton Rouge and is the second-best place to retire in Louisiana. Located in East Baton Rouge Parish, this suburb has a population of 2,559 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. This area is highly rated for nightlife, diversity, families, health and fitness, as well as commute. The median home value here is $266,100 and the median rent is $1,482, says Niche.
3. River Ridge
River Ridge is a suburb of New Orleans, located in Jefferson Parish, and is the third-best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb has a population of 13,312 and offers residents a dense suburban feel. The area is highly rated for public schools, family, nightlife and diversity. The median home value is $357,400 and the median rent is $1,127, according to Niche.
4. Westlake
Westlake is a town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. With a population of 4,743, this town offers residents a rural feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, jobs, cost of living, nightlife and weather. Here, the median home value is $166,100 and the median rent is $1,049, says Niche.
5. Prien
Prien is another town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. This town has a population of 7,119 and offers residents a suburban rural mix feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, nightlife and weather. The median home value here is $278,000 and the median rent is $1,292, according to Niche.
Presley Bo Tyler is the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team reporter for USA Today Network. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@Gannett.com
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