Weather forecast for today
Essen, LA

Today, on Wednesday, May 28, thunderstorms may form in the afternoon with sudden rainfall.
Minimal precipitation is forecasted. Temperatures are predicted to peak at a humid 89.6°F and drop to a minimum of a pleasant 69.8°F.
The maximum heat index, which adjusts the air temperature based on humidity, is computed to be a blistering 104°F. Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Expected temperatures are trending slightly warmer than May's climate norm of 85.3°F.
Sunrise will be at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm; the daylight will last for 13h and 59min.

In Essen, currently, a perfect day unfolds under completely clear skies.
The temperature is a moderately hot 75.2°F. The current temperature is relatively far from the maximum of 89.6°F anticipated for today.

Today, a combination of cloudy, turbulent and rain-filled weather is forecasted.
Rainfall is predicted from 2 pm to 4 pm, and from 6 pm to 11 pm. With moderate precipitation of 0.2", the most intense rain will be falling at 7 pm and 8 pm.
The temperature will be between a maximum of 89.6°F and a minimum of 71.6°F. The feels-like temperature will be between the lowest temperature of 73.4°F and the highest temperature of 96.8°F. The hottest part of the day is expected around 1 pm.
The highest temperature will be a few degrees higher than May's average maximum of 85.3°F. Forecasts indicate a night temperature also relatively higher than the usual May minimum of 66°F.

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