Rapides Parish (Alexandria)
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Today weather in Rapides Parish
Friday, July 17th, 2026
36°
Sunny
Feels like 39° · Low 23°
Today, Rapides Parish is set to face a notably hot day, with temperatures spiking up to 35 °F and offering slight relief at 23 °F by night. Gentle breezes are expected across Rapides Parish Today, with speeds reaching around 13 km/h. Intermittent light showers are likely, with about 0.31 mm expected.
36° / 23°
Temp
36%
Rain
13 km/h
Wind
72%
Humidity
Rapides Parish Weather Pages
Rapides Parish 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 | 06:17 AM | 07:00 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 | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 08:14 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 26.3° | 25.9° | 25.3° | 24.4° | 24° | 23.5° | 23° | Sunrise | 23.2° | 25.4° | 27.6° | 29.8° | 31.7° | 33.4° | 34.6° | 35.1° | 35.5° | 35.5° | 34.2° | 32.1° | 30.5° | 28.4° | Sunset | 26.9° | 25.1° | 23.7° | |
| feels like | 25.9° | 23.6° | 20.7° | 18.9° | 18.6° | 18.2° | 17.7° | 18.2° | 21.6° | 31.1° | 34.1° | 35.9° | 37.3° | 38.1° | 38.3° | 38.8° | 38.7° | 38.5° | 37.1° | 35.6° | 32.1° | 28.9° | 19° | 18.6° | |||
| wind speed | 8 km/h | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 3 km/h | 2 km/h | 3 km/h | 5 km/h | 7 km/h | 9 km/h | 11 km/h | 13 km/h | 13 km/h | 9 km/h | 12 km/h | 6 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 225° | 232° | 228° | 230° | 230° | 245° | 258° | 265° | 264° | 269° | 255° | 250° | 241° | 182° | 140° | 125° | 113° | 117° | 131° | 145° | 181° | 202° | 245° | 219° | |||
| wind direction | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | WSW | WSW | W | W | W | WSW | WSW | WSW | S | SE | SE | ESE | ESE | SE | SE | S | SSW | WSW | SW | |||
| 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 mm | 0 mm | 0.3 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 12% | 12% | 11% | 12% | 16% | 17% | 20% | 24% | 16% | 9% | 6% | 3% | 2% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 3% | 4% | 6% | 8% | 19% | 40% | 12% | |||
| 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% | 88% | 87% | 87% | 89% | 91% | 92% | 96% | 89% | 79% | 68% | 58% | 51% | 45% | 43% | 42% | 42% | 49% | 59% | 68% | 73% | 76% | 82% | 87% | |||
| dew point | 24° | 23.8° | 22.9° | 22.1° | 22° | 21.9° | 21.6° | 22.5° | 23.4° | 23.7° | 23.3° | 22.4° | 21.7° | 21.1° | 20.6° | 20.5° | 20.5° | 22° | 23.1° | 23.8° | 23.2° | 22.3° | 21.8° | 21.3° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 2 km | 0 km | 2 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 | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 36% | 33% | 8% | 12% | 7% | 5% | 4% | 11% | 22% | 26% | 25% | 24% | 19% | 22% | 81% | 81% | 10% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | 0.9 | 2.4 | 4.8 | 7.6 | 9.7 | 10.7 | 10.4 | 8.5 | 5.9 | 2.8 | 1 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Weather in Rapides Parish today
The weather in Rapides Parish today is expected to be noticeably warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 36 °F, compared to an average of 32 °F for July 17th in recent years.
temperatures
36 °F
rain
0.3 mm
wind
13 km/h
UV
Very High
Rapides Parish daylight overview ☀️
Today in Rapides Parish, The sun rises at 06:17 and sets at 20:14, giving a total daylight duration of 13 hours and 57 minutes.
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The weather today in Rapides Parish - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Rapides Parish?
The maximum temperature for today in Rapides Parish is expected to be 36° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Rapides Parish? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 36% chance of rain in Rapides Parish today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Rapides Parish? 🌀
The wind in Rapides Parish is expected to blow at 13 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Rapides Parish today?
Given the forecast of 36 °F with a 36% 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 Rapides Parish today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Rapides Parish today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:17 and set at 20:14 in Rapides Parish.
How accurate is the weather forecast Rapides Parish today? ✅
Rapides Parish 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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