Strong storms possible overnight. Excessive Heat Sunday.

Good Saturday evening everyone! We all know it’s going to be hot this weekend, but exactly how hot will it be?

Tonight-tomorrow: Excessive Heat Warning is in effect until 7pm Sunday for northwest Louisiana, parts of east Texas. Heat index values could reach 115!

Strong to severe storms out of Oklahoma are moving southward towards the ArkLaTex. This cluster of storms will bring heavy rain frequent lightning and thunder as well the main threats for damaging wind gusts and hail. Some areas could see wind gusts up to 70mph or higher. The latest storm prediction center, has most of the area under a slight(2/5) risk for severe weather. Storm arrival should be near midnight and last through the mid morning hours on Sunday.

Temperatures will remain warm and muggy throughout the day. Highs on your Saturday will reach the mid to upper 90s under mostly sunny skies. Remember to stay hydrated, look before you lock, and wear light colored clothing to not absorb too much heat from the sun..

Heading into Sunday, it’ll be another hot day with temperatures starting off in the 70s and then reaching the mid to upper 90s by the afternoon. Depending on the overnight storms and clouds entering will vary temperatures. So far, a heat advisory has not been issued, but if it does, we’ll keep you updated. Otherwise, enjoy the partly sunny skies and a nice cold glass of water.

Monday and Tuesday will be mostly dry with highs climbing a little closer to 100! The heat stretch will continue while providing little chances for rain.

Stay cool and have a fantastic weekend!

First Alert Meteorologist Jessica moore

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