Weather forecast for today
Opelousas, LA

Weather forecast for today

Thursday, Jun 19.

PM Thunderstorms
6:04 am

8:14 pm
CDT
PM Thunderstorms
90°F / 73°F
  • Wind: 6mph SW
  • Humidity: 79%
  • Precip. probability: 46%
  • Precipitation: 0.12"
  • UV index: 11
On Thursday, in Opelousas, rainy weather and thunderstorms are expected in the afternoon.
Minimal precipitation is forecasted for today. The maximum predicted temperature is a blazing 89.6°F, while the minimum temperature will be a warm 73.4°F.
The maximum heat index, which measures the combined effect of heat and moisture, is appraised at an extremely hot 111.2°F. Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
The highest temperature is expected to follow the average for June, around 89.4°F.
Sunrise will be at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:14 pm; the daylight will last for 14h and 10min.

Current condition

Fair
3:38 am CDT
Fair
  • 75°F
  • Feels like: 75°F
  • Wind: 0mph N
  • Humidity: 98%
  • Dewpoint: 73°F
  • Pressure: 30.08"Hg
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
  • UV index: 0
At the moment, the weather remains fair, with minimal cloud cover in sight.
The temperature is a moderately hot 75.2°F. The current temperature is almost at the minimum-expected 73.4°F for today.

Weather radar - Opelousas, LA

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Frequently asked questions

What is the current temperature?
The current temperature (3:38 am CDT) is 75.2°F.
What is the weather forecast for Opelousas for today?
Today, in Opelousas, cloud build-up may lead to afternoon thunderstorms.
Will it rain today?
Today, there is a low chance of minimal precipitation in Opelousas.
What will be the highest temperature today?
Today, the highest temperature will be 89.6°F, while the lowest temperature will be 73.4°F. The maximum heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is assessed at 111.2°F.
The highest temperature will be in line with the average maximum of 89.4°F in June. The lowest temperature will be also in line with the average low of 71.8°F.
When are sunrise and sunset today?
On Thursday, in Opelousas, sunrise will be at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:14 pm (CDT).
How many hours of daylight will Opelousas have today?
Today, the daylight will last for 14h and 10min.

Hourly weather forecast

4 am
  • 75°F
  • Feels like:
    75°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 0mph SSW
  • Pressure: 30.03"Hg
  • Humidity: 98%
  • Precip. probability: 3%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 8mi
6 am
  • 75°F
  • Feels like:
    75°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 1mph SSW
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 96%
  • Precip. probability: 5%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 7mi
Sunrise: 6:04 am
8 am
  • 79°F
  • Feels like:
    86°F
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
  • Wind: 3mph SSW
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 88%
  • Precip. probability: 3%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 6mi
10 am
  • 84°F
  • Feels like:
    93°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 6mph SW
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 76%
  • Precip. probability: 4%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
12 pm
  • 88°F
  • Feels like:
    97°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 6mph SW
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 66%
  • Precip. probability: 7%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
2 pm
  • 88°F
  • Feels like:
    97°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 5mph WSW
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 64%
  • Precip. probability: 15%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
4 pm
  • 88°F
  • Feels like:
    97°F
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 5mph SSW
  • Pressure: 30.03"Hg
  • Humidity: 69%
  • Precip. probability: 35%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
6 pm
  • 86°F
  • Feels like:
    97°F
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 4mph SSW
  • Pressure: 30"Hg
  • Humidity: 70%
  • Precip. probability: 35%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
8 pm
  • 82°F
  • Feels like:
    90°F
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 3mph SSW
  • Pressure: 30.03"Hg
  • Humidity: 79%
  • Precip. probability: 35%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Visibility: 7mi
Sunset: 8:14 pm
10 pm
  • 79°F
  • Feels like:
    86°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 3mph S
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 86%
  • Precip. probability: 7%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
Today, a combination of primarily dull and occasionally thunderstorm-prone and clear weather is expected.
Rainfall is expected at 3 pm, 4 pm, 6 pm and 8 pm. With light precipitation of 0.08", the most intense rain will be falling at 3 pm and 8 pm.
The temperature will be between a minimum of 75.2°F and a maximum of 89.6°F. The feels-like temperature will vary between the highest temperature of 98.6°F and the lowest temperature of 75.2°F. The hottest part of the day is anticipated around 3 pm.
The highest temperature will be in line with June's average maximum of 89.4°F. The temperature low is forecasted to be also close to the usual June value of 71.8°F.
Updated: Jun 19, 2025 @ 08:38:56 UTC
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Opelousas, Louisiana, USA

  • en: Opelousas, Louisiana, USA
  • es: Opelousas, Luisiana, EE.UU.
  • hr: Opelousas, Luizijana, SAD
  • sr: Opelousas, Luizijana, SAD
  • zh: 奥珀卢瑟斯, 路易斯安那州, 美国
  • Latitude: 30.533530°
  • Longitude: -92.081509°
  • Elevation: 69 ft
  • Current time: 3:38am CDT
  • Sunrise: 6:04 am CDT
  • Sunset: 8:14 pm CDT
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
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