What is today's weather forecast for Athens, LA?

Today's forecast for Athens shows a low of 51 degrees Fahrenheit. Increasing clouds, with a low around 51.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Athens, LA?

The 7-day forecast for Athens shows highs from 57 to 71 degrees and lows from 37 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 1 day with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Athens, LA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Athens this week. Precipitation chances: Thursday (40% chance).

How accurate is the Athens weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Athens forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Athens, LA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

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59°F
Feels Like 59°F

Humidity 89% Dew Point 56°F Wind SE 6 MPH Gusts 10 Barometer 29.93 in.

Solar Rad -1 w/m²

Report from a MADIS/MESONET weather station 6.5 mi. NNW of central Athens
at 6:10 PM Wed, Dec 17, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

WedDec 17

ThuDec 18

40%

FriDec 19

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7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

Variable high temperatures through the week, ranging from 57°F to 71°F. Mostly dry conditions with only one day showing rain chances.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 7°F above the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 59°F with lows around 36°F.

This Date in Weather History

1929 - An icestorm in western New York State resulted in much damage and hardship. A Buffalo report stated, "one was kept awake by the breaking limbs, which snapped off with a report much louder than a rifle shot."

Athens, LA 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Wednesday Dec 17

Night: Increasing clouds, with a low around 51. South wind around 5 mph.

Thursday Dec 18

Day: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 9am and 3pm. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 67. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 37. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

Friday Dec 19

Day: Sunny, with a high near 57. North wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 42. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Saturday Dec 20

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 71.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 52.

Sunday Dec 21

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 62.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52.

Monday Dec 22

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55.

Tuesday Dec 23

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 71.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 55.

Wednesday Dec 24

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 71.

About Athens, LA

Athens is a village in Claiborne Parish, Louisiana, United States. The population was 249 at the 2010 census.

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