The weekend is shaping up to be a delight with clear skies and warm temperatures. Saturday and Sunday will be dry and sunny, with lows dipping into the mid-50s at night and highs reaching around 81 degrees during the day. This makes it perfect for outdoor activities. The humidity will be low, so it will feel comfortable outside.

Monday will start the workweek on a cool note, but temperatures will gradually rise. However, things take a turn on Tuesday. A warm front is expected to move through, bringing moisture and setting the stage for a week of showers and thunderstorms. This pattern is likely to stick around until the end of the week. There are already signs that severe weather could hit, especially on Tuesday and Wednesday. By Friday, the total rainfall could add up to over 5 inches.

The Mississippi River and Atchafalaya River are causing some concern. The National Weather Service has issued a river flood warning for several areas. At Red River Landing, the river has crested at around 59. 5 feet, which is in moderate flood stage. This means the east bank levee will be topped, and some areas will be underwater. The river is expected to fall below flood stage around May 14.

In Baton Rouge, the river has crested at around 42. 3 feet, which is in major flood stage. This affects parts of Louisiana State University's campus, making some areas soggy. The river is expected to fall below flood stage around May 12. At Donaldsonville, the river has crested at around 30. 8 feet, making navigation difficult for smaller boats. The river will fall below flood stage around May 10. At Reserve, the river is just shy of moderate flood stage, with levels around 23. 7 feet. The river will fall below flood stage around May 9. In Morgan City, the river has crested at around 6. 6 feet, causing some flooding in low-lying areas. The river will fall below flood stage around May 9.

The weather is always full of surprises, but staying informed can help everyone prepare. Keep an eye on the latest updates and be ready for whatever comes next. It is important to stay safe and be prepared for changing weather conditions.

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