WINN PARISH — Hot summer weather will continue across Winn Parish through the weekend, with highs in the mid-90s and daily chances for scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service.

While rain chances remain relatively low, residents should be prepared for isolated thunderstorms during the afternoon and evening hours on several days.

Extended Forecast

Wednesday: A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m. Otherwise, sunny and hot with a high near 96°. Calm winds. Mostly clear Wednesday night with a low around 74°.

Thursday: Sunny and hot with a high near 95°. Mostly clear Thursday night with a low around 73°.

Friday: A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m. Sunny and hot with a high near 95°. Mostly clear Friday night with a low around 73°.

Saturday: A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Sunny and hot with a high near 95°. Partly cloudy Saturday night with a low around 73°.

Sunday: A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny and hot with a high near 95°.

The National Weather Service encourages residents to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day, and take frequent breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.

Motorists should also be prepared for brief periods of heavy rain and lightning if thunderstorms develop during the afternoon hours.