Hessmer, LA Weather
88°F 31°C
Feels Like 93°F / 34°C
Today's Weather in Hessmer,LA
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- Barometer 29.98 inHg. falling
- Humidity 57% rising
- Heat Index 97°F
- Wind from S. 12.5 mph
- Wind Gust 17.2 miles per hour
- Wind Chill 90°F
- UV Index 4.8
- Dew Point 72°F rising
- Visibility 9 mi.
- Sunrise 6:11 AM
- Sunset 7:59 PM
- Moonrise 7:32 AM
- Moonset 10:40 PM
- Moon Phase Waxing Crescent Moon 2%
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5 Day Forecast
Scattered Showers
Scattered Showers with a high of 90°F and a low of 71°F. Probable rainfall forecasted, having an 89% chance with an estimated 0.1in. Winds will be moderate, blowing around 15mph. The humidity will be on the higher side, reaching around 78%.
| Temperature | Humidity | Rainfall | Snow | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hi 90° | Lo 71° | 78% | 89% | est. 0.1in | 0% | 14.3 mph |
Moderate Rain
Moderate Rain with a high of 88°F and a low of 71°F. Probable rainfall forecasted, having an 89% chance with an estimated 0.34in. Winds will be moderate, blowing around 12mph. Expect high humidity with levels above 80% to 81%.
| Temperature | Humidity | Rainfall | Snow | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hi 88° | Lo 71° | 81% | 89% | est. 0.34in | 0% | 11.9 mph |
Moderate Rain
Moderate Rain with a high of 86°F and a low of 71°F. Probable rainfall forecasted, having an 88% chance with an estimated 0.29in. Winds will be light at 10mph at times. Expect high humidity with levels above 80% to 84%.
| Temperature | Humidity | Rainfall | Snow | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hi 86° | Lo 71° | 84% | 88% | est. 0.29in | 0% | 9.4 mph |
Moderate Rain
Moderate Rain with a high of 83°F and a low of 71°F. Probable rainfall forecasted, having an 88% chance with an estimated 0.64in. Winds will be moderate, blowing around 11mph. Expect high humidity with levels above 80% to 87%.
| Temperature | Humidity | Rainfall | Snow | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hi 83° | Lo 71° | 87% | 88% | est. 0.64in | 0% | 10.7 mph |
Scattered Showers
Scattered Showers with a high of 86°F and a low of 72°F. Probable rainfall forecasted, having an 88% chance with an estimated 0.05in. Winds will be light at 9mph at times. Expect high humidity with levels above 80% to 90%.
| Temperature | Humidity | Rainfall | Snow | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hi 86° | Lo 72° | 90% | 88% | est. 0.05in | 0% | 8.9 mph |
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Hourly Temperature
The current temperature today is 88°F. The morning temperature of 76°F is lowest at 4am with the daytime high of 90°F at 3pm and a low around 78°F at 10pm is expected.
Hourly Barometric Pressure
The highest pressure today is 30.05inHg at 11pm and lowest being 29.96inHg at 2am.
Hourly Wind Speeds
The fastest wind is reported to be 16.8mph at 10am, while the slowest is 6.7mph around 11pm; expect wind gusts peaking 20mph at 10am.
Current National Weather
Get Ready for Severe Weather and Temperature Extremes!
Over the next couple of days, we've got some intense weather heading our way. Northern Kansas to Southern Minnesota will see severe storms today, and those severe conditions will spread south to Texas by Tuesday. Be prepared for heavy rain and possible flash flooding, particularly in Missouri. Meanwhile, the southern High Plains will face extreme fire weather today. In the higher elevations of Wyoming, the Front Range, and the Wasatch, heavy wet snow will continue but should ease off by tonight. Lastly, the eastern U.S. is in for an early heatwave, with temperatures potentially breaking records, especially in the Mid-Atlantic and New England.
Severe Weather Threat from Kansas to Minnesota
Severe weather will be active today across the east-central U.S. from Northern Kansas to Southern Minnesota. Expect thunderstorms and heavy rain, with a risk of flash flooding in Central Missouri. By evening, the threat shifts south into the Southern Plains, with severe thunderstorms likely to impact Texas and the Lower Mississippi Valley late Tuesday.
Heavy Snow Across the Rockies
The mountains in Wyoming, the Front Range, and the Wasatch are blanketed in heavy, wet snow today. This is due to the storm system moving through the area, bringing colder air. Expect this snowfall to taper off by tonight.
Fire Weather Concerns in the Southern High Plains
High winds and dry conditions have elevated fire danger across the Southern High Plains. A cold front will bring cooler weather by Tuesday, but today, it's critical to be cautious to prevent wildfires.
Heatwave in the Eastern U.S.
Get ready for hot weather in the eastern United States! A heatwave is warming up the region, with temperatures reaching the mid-90s. The heat is expected to peak on Tuesday, with parts of the Mid-Atlantic and New England potentially seeing record-breaking highs due to warm southerly winds and sunny skies.
This weather report is valid for ZIP code 71341, accurately covering the area of Hessmer, LA.

