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

Today's forecast for Benson shows a high of 61 degrees and a low of 52 degrees Fahrenheit. A 40 percent chance of showers, mainly before noon.

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

The 7-day forecast for Benson shows highs from 60 to 74 degrees and lows from 37 to 57 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 2 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Benson, LA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Benson this week. Precipitation chances: Wednesday (40% chance), Thursday (20% chance).

How accurate is the Benson weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Benson 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.

Benson, LA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

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55°F
Feels Like 55°F

Humidity 89% Dew Point 52°F Wind SE 10 MPH Barometer 30.13 in.

Solar Rad 66 w/m² Visibility 10 mi.

Report from a NOAA weather station 14.5 mi. NNW of central Benson
at 8:55 AM Wed, Dec 17, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

WedDec 17

40%

ThuDec 18

20%

FriDec 19

SatDec 20

SunDec 21

MonDec 22

TueDec 23

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7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

Variable high temperatures through the week, ranging from 60°F to 74°F. Some rain possible with at least 2 days showing precipitation chances of 20% or higher.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 9°F above the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 60°F with lows around 38°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."

Benson, LA 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Wednesday Dec 17

Day: A 40 percent chance of showers, mainly before noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 61. Southeast wind around 5 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. South wind around 5 mph.

Thursday Dec 18

Day: A 20 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 70. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 37. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm after midnight.

Friday Dec 19

Day: Sunny, with a high near 60. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 42.

Saturday Dec 20

Day: Sunny, with a high near 74.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 57.

Sunday Dec 21

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 71.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56.

Monday Dec 22

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 73.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55.

Tuesday Dec 23

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 73.

About Benson, LA

Benson is an unincorporated community in DeSoto Parish, Louisiana, United States. Located approximately halfway between Mansfield and Converse on the Kansas City Southern Railroad, it is an historic sawmill town.

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