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Last Map Update: Tue, May 19, 2026 at 2:42:39 pm CDT

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Main takeaway is that the heaviest rainfall totals are expected across Southeast TX bleeding into Central Louisiana. Meanwhile lesser amounts are forecast toward the lower Atchafalaya Basin. That DOES NOT mean, however, areas with lesser amounts aren't subject to excessive rainfall or flash flooding.
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The above graphic is a general timeline of precipitation chances. Each day, majority of the forecast area remains under a Marginal (level 1 out of 4) Excessive Rainfall Outlook. That means there is roughly 5-14% of flash flooding within 25 miles of any given point in our forecast area. Consecutive days of prolonged rainfall will only increase that potential later in the week.
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Warm and humid conditions will persist. Rain chances will increase by midweek as weak front stalls near the region, and a series of upper-level disturbances work with a very moist air mass. There is a potential for heavy rainfall later in the week.
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A stationary front will stall to the north leading to multiple days where flash flooding is possible across greater portions of the forecast area.
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There is a Marginal Risk(Level 1 out of 5) in place across portions of SETX and SWLA. Primary hazard of concern is damaging winds. Keep a mobile phone or some form of access to receive warnings in case inclement weather takes place.
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