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Today weather in Lake Charles
Saturday, January 17th, 2026
15°
Patchy rain possible
A slightly cool ambiance awaits Lake Charles on today, with temperatures hovering between 4 °F in the morning and 15 °F in the afternoon. It'll be quite breezy in Lake Charles Today with average wind speeds of 20 km/h. Rain is highly likely at 70%, but with light accumulations around 1.28 mm.
15° / 5°
Temp
70%
Rain
20 km/h
Wind
57%
Humidity
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Lake Charles hourly forecast for today
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| 12:00 AM | 01:00 AM | 02:00 AM | 03:00 AM | 04:00 AM | 05:00 AM | 06:00 AM | 07:00 AM | 07:09 AM | 08:00 AM | 09:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | 03:00 PM | 04:00 PM | 05:00 PM | 05:37 PM | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 12.7° | 13° | 13.1° | 13.1° | 12.3° | 11.6° | 11.2° | 10.3° | Sunrise | 10.1° | 9.9° | 11.2° | 12.4° | 13.7° | 13.8° | 13.5° | 13° | 12.4° | 12° | Sunset | 11.5° | 9.3° | 7.4° | 6° | 9.8° | 7° | |
| feels like | 12.6° | 12.7° | 12.6° | 12.3° | 11.1° | 9.9° | 8.8° | 8.2° | 7.8° | 7.6° | 9.1° | 10.6° | 12.2° | 12.3° | 12° | 11.5° | 10.9° | 10.4° | 9.9° | 6.7° | 4.1° | 2.3° | 8° | 4.9° | |||
| wind speed | 12 km/h | 17 km/h | 17 km/h | 18 km/h | 17 km/h | 17 km/h | 17 km/h | 16 km/h | 12 km/h | 13 km/h | 13 km/h | 16 km/h | 20 km/h | 20 km/h | 18 km/h | 17 km/h | 17 km/h | 17 km/h | 17 km/h | 16 km/h | 21 km/h | 21 km/h | 21 km/h | 15 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 341° | 14° | 12° | 18° | 22° | 24° | 22° | 23° | 20° | 26° | 27° | 28° | 22° | 25° | 27° | 25° | 13° | 17° | 25° | 6° | 4° | 2° | 4° | 346° | |||
| wind direction | NNW | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | NNE | N | N | N | N | NNW | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | 1.1 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 0% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 87% | 87% | 84% | 83% | 81% | 67% | 34% | 53% | 50% | 48% | 46% | 41% | 38% | 35% | 35% | 36% | 36% | 38% | 39% | 40% | 53% | 72% | 85% | 86% | |||
| dew point | 11.4° | 11.4° | 10.7° | 10.3° | 9.9° | 5.4° | 3.1° | 0.9° | -0.1° | -0.6° | -1.1° | -0.7° | -0.4° | -0.2° | -1.2° | -1.7° | -2.2° | -2.1° | -2° | -2° | -1.9° | 0.9° | 2.3° | 11.4° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 16 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 9 km | |||
| cloud cover | 66% | 65% | 81% | 89% | 97% | 81% | 75% | 64% | 32% | 16% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 46% | 69% | 92% | 96% | 98% | 100% | 83% | 100% | 94% | 66% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 1.2 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Lake Charles today
The temperature today in Lake Charles is expected to be typical for this time of year, with a forecast of 15 °F, closely aligning with the historical average for January 17th.
temperatures
15 °F
rain
1.3 mm
wind
20 km/h
UV
Low
Lake Charles daylight overview ☀️
Today in Lake Charles, The sun rises at 07:09 and sets at 17:37, giving a total daylight duration of 10 hours and 28 minutes.
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The weather today in Lake Charles - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Lake Charles?
The maximum temperature for today in Lake Charles is expected to be 15° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Lake Charles? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 70% chance of rain in Lake Charles today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Lake Charles? 🌀
The wind in Lake Charles is expected to blow at 20 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Lake Charles today?
Given the forecast of 15 °F with a 70% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Lake Charles today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Lake Charles today?
The sun is expected to rise at 07:09 and set at 17:37 in Lake Charles.
How accurate is the weather forecast Lake Charles today? ✅
Lake Charles weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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