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Today weather in Baton Rouge
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
21°
Heavy rain
Official weather alert: Special Weather Statement. Baton Rouge will experience a pleasantly warm today, reaching temperatures of up to 21 °F and cooling to about 19 °F in the evening. Gentle breezes are expected across Baton Rouge Today, with speeds reaching around 11 km/h. Torrential rain is predicted with a total of over 57.17 mm. Stay safe!
21° / 19°
Temp
85%
Rain
11 km/h
Wind
95%
Humidity
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| temperatures | 19.4° | 19.4° | 19.5° | 19.6° | 19.7° | 21.1° | 19.8° | Sunrise | 20.2° | 19.8° | 19.8° | 19.9° | 20.1° | 20.5° | 20.7° | 20.7° | 21° | 21.1° | 21° | 20.9° | 20.7° | Sunset | 20.3° | 19.9° | 19.7° | 19.6° | |
| wind speed | 10 km/h | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 6 km/h | 7 km/h | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 3 km/h | 11 km/h | 3 km/h | 8 km/h | 10 km/h | 4 km/h | 7 km/h | 3 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 4 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 6 km/h | 7 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 128° | 126° | 69° | 80° | 85° | 145° | 157° | 171° | 136° | 159° | 307° | 241° | 164° | 113° | 165° | 119° | 95° | 95° | 131° | 76° | 121° | 136° | 100° | 122° | |||
| wind direction | SE | SE | ENE | E | E | SE | SSE | S | SE | SSE | NW | WSW | SSE | ESE | SSE | ESE | E | E | SE | ENE | ESE | SE | E | ESE | |||
| Precipitation | 0.2 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0.2 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.8 mm | 0 mm | 7.2 mm | 9.1 mm | 2.5 mm | 11.5 mm | 2.7 mm | 13.1 mm | 7.4 mm | 2.2 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 100% | 0% | 100% | 75% | 100% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 68% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 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 | 95% | 94% | 93% | 92% | 91% | 93% | 94% | 95% | 96% | 97% | 97% | 97% | 96% | 96% | 96% | 97% | 96% | 95% | 95% | 96% | 96% | 96% | 97% | 97% | |||
| dew point | 18.5° | 18.4° | 18.2° | 18.3° | 18.3° | 18.6° | 18.8° | 19.2° | 19.8° | 19.1° | 19.3° | 19.6° | 19.6° | 20.4° | 20.1° | 20.3° | 20.7° | 20.2° | 20.3° | 20.1° | 19.8° | 19.3° | 19° | 18.9° | |||
| visibility | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 16 km | 10 km | 7 km | 5 km | 9 km | 10 km | 7 km | 7 km | 10 km | 5 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | |||
| cloud cover | 87% | 0% | 81% | 80% | 87% | 100% | 19% | 96% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 95% | 85% | 74% | 68% | 98% | 67% | 51% | 46% | 36% | 16% | 14% | 29% | 40% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1.5 | 2.4 | 9.2 | 1.8 | 2.1 | 0.3 | 1.7 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Baton Rouge today
The weather in Baton Rouge today is expected to be much cooler than usual, with a forecast temperature of 21 °F, compared to an average of 30.5 °F for May 9th in recent years.
temperatures
21 °F
rain
57.2 mm
wind
11 km/h
UV
Very High
Baton Rouge daylight overview ☀️
Today in Baton Rouge, The sun rises at 06:14 and sets at 19:48, giving a total daylight duration of 13 hours and 34 minutes.
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The weather today in Baton Rouge - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Baton Rouge?
The maximum temperature for today in Baton Rouge is expected to be 21° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Baton Rouge? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 85% chance of rain in Baton Rouge today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Baton Rouge? 🌀
The wind in Baton Rouge is expected to blow at 11 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Baton Rouge today?
Given the forecast of 21 °F with a 85% 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 Baton Rouge today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Baton Rouge today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:14 and set at 19:48 in Baton Rouge.
How accurate is the weather forecast Baton Rouge today? ✅
Baton Rouge 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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