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KLFY22h ago
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Fall weather continues Friday, Rain chances return late Sunday

Lafayette will enjoy sunny skies and mild temperatures on Friday before clouds increase on Saturday. Rain is expected to move into the area late Sunday night ahead of a weather system passing through Monday.

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KLFY22h ago
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Fall weather continues Friday, rain chances return late Sunday

Lafayette will enjoy sunny skies and mild temperatures Friday before clouds increase Saturday. Rain is expected to arrive Sunday night as a weather system moves through the area on Monday.

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KATC1d ago
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Louisiana leads nation in flu activity, CDC map shows

Louisiana is currently experiencing the highest flu activity in the nation, according to the latest CDC data. An LSU Health physician notes that flu cases are appearing earlier than typical, surfacing in October and November rather than later in the season.

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KATC1d ago
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Chilliest temperatures of the season for Acadiana this weekend

A cool front will move through Acadiana on Friday, bringing the coldest temperatures of the fall season to the region on Saturday morning. Residents should prepare for unseasonably chilly weather this weekend.

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KLFY2d ago
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Cold front brings cooler and sunny weather Thursday

A cold front moving into Lafayette Thursday morning will bring cooler, drier conditions throughout the day. Friday is expected to remain cold, with rain possible returning to the area by Monday.

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KLFY3d ago
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What to expect in final weeks of hurricane season | Tracking the Tropics

As the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season enters its final weeks, meteorologists report no active tropical systems brewing in the Atlantic. This quiet period continues what has been a notably calm hurricane season for Louisiana and the Gulf Coast.

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KLFY3d ago
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Warmer and cloudier today, showers likely tonight

Acadiana will experience warmer temperatures reaching the upper 70s today under mostly cloudy skies, with isolated showers possible during the afternoon. More widespread showers are expected tonight between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., though activity is forecast to remain light.

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KLFY4d ago
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A chilly start to the work week, warmer afternoons return

Acadiana will experience a chilly Monday morning with temperatures in the 40s to 50s, then gradually warm up with mostly cloudy skies and near 74° afternoons. Warmer conditions and milder nights are expected to continue Tuesday and Wednesday before a strong cold front arrives.

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KLFY5d ago
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Warmer temperatures return by midweek

Acadiana will experience warmer temperatures through midweek before a cold front arrives Thursday. Sub-40-degree temperatures are expected by Saturday, following a cool and cloudy Sunday.

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KLFY5d ago
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Chilly mornings turn to mild afternoons

Acadiana will experience chilly conditions this morning, transitioning to mild temperatures in the afternoon. The region will see continued warming through mid-week before cooler, brighter skies return for the weekend.

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KLFY6d ago
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Chilly mornings continue, Rain stays away

Lafayette will experience chilly mornings and dry conditions through early next week, with mild temperatures throughout the period. A warmer and more humid pattern with potential afternoon showers is expected to move in midweek.

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KLFY7d ago
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Nice weekend ahead: cooler, very little chance of rain

Nice weather is expected Friday through Sunday in Acadiana, with highs in the low 80s Friday cooling to the mid 70s Saturday and upper 60s Sunday. Lows will range from the upper 40s to low 50s, with very little chance of rain expected through the weekend.

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KLFY8d ago
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Cooler nights and days for the remainder of the week

The Acadiana region will enjoy mild temperatures this week, with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s and lows in the mid to upper 50s today and tomorrow. The weekend will turn cooler and cloudier, with Sunday temperatures remaining in the 60s as quieter weather settles in.

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KLFY9d ago
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Cooler and less humid remainder of week

The Acadiana region will see clearing skies Wednesday with highs in the upper 70s and noticeably lower humidity for the remainder of the week. Residents can expect more comfortable conditions after recent humid weather.

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KLFY10d ago
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Showers tonight, cooler & less humid remainder of week

Showers are expected tonight in the Lafayette area, with clearing conditions expected Wednesday. Highs in the upper 70s and lower humidity levels are forecast for the remainder of the week.

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KLFY10d ago
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Election Day showers, cooler later this week

Election Day in Acadiana will be warm and humid with scattered showers and storms, with highs in the lower 80s under mostly cloudy skies. A cold front moving through after 8 p.m. will bring a line of showers and storms, with a few potentially strong storms possible.

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KLFY11d ago
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A warm and muggy start to week, cold front arrives late Tuesday

Acadiana will experience spring-like warmth and humidity early in the week, with temperatures starting in the 70s and reaching the low to mid 80s. A few isolated showers and storms are possible during afternoon and evening hours. A cold front will move through the region late Tuesday into early Wednesday, bringing a change in conditions.

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KLFY12d ago
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Rain chances fade some for Sunday, More storms Tuesday

Lafayette will experience calmer conditions on Sunday morning following some rain, but residents should prepare for potential thunderstorms arriving Tuesday as a cold front moves through the region. The forecast shows a transition from wet to stormy conditions over the next few days.

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KLFY13d ago
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Spotty areas of rain Sunday, Strong cold front Tuesday

Spotty rain will continue across Lafayette and Acadiana through Sunday, with humid conditions persisting. A strong cold front moving in Tuesday will bring a high chance of thunderstorms, followed by cooler and drier weather.

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KLFY13d ago
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Saturday showers likely, drying for Trick-or-Treating

Lafayette will experience light rain and possible afternoon thunderstorms on Saturday, with conditions improving for Halloween trick-or-treating. Sunday will be partly cloudy with a mix of sun and clouds, before a strong cold front brings heavy rainfall on Tuesday.

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KLFY14d ago
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LDH issues tap water warning after rare but serious amoeba infections

The Louisiana Department of Health has issued a warning to residents throughout the state, including Acadiana, about rare but serious amoeba infections linked to tap water use. The LDH recommends avoiding tap water when using nasal rinsing devices and contact lenses to prevent infection.

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KLFY14d ago
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Warmer than normal with Halloween showers possible

Warmer than normal temperatures are expected in the Acadiana region for Halloween, with scattered rain possible throughout the day and potentially continuing into the evening hours.

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KLFY15d ago
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More warm weather with weekend rain possible

Pleasant warm weather with highs in the low to mid 80s is expected today across Acadiana, with lows in the upper 50s to low 60s. Halloween will see a chance of scattered rain, mostly during the day, followed by warm conditions Sunday and early next week.

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KLFY17d ago
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What to expect in the last month of hurricane season | Tracking the Tropics

As Atlantic hurricane season enters its final month, the tropics are currently quiet with no active storms threatening the region. Residents in Acadiana should remain prepared as conditions can change rapidly during this period.

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