Shreveport, Louisiana – Triple-digit heat returns to northwestern Louisiana as temperatures soar in Shreveport on Sunday, July 20th — and it’s just the beginning of a dangerously hot stretch.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, Sunday’s high will climb near 98°F with heat index values peaking around 107°F by late afternoon. Southwest winds of 5–10 mph will offer little relief, and I-20 and I-49 travelers are urged to hydrate, limit time outside vehicles, and watch for signs of heat exhaustion.
Expect mostly clear skies Sunday night with lows dipping only to 77°F, offering little overnight cooling. Monday brings more oppressive heat with highs near 99°F and near-record heat indices continuing through at least Wednesday.
What’s Ahead for Shreveport (July 20–25):
- Sunday: Sunny and hot. High near 98°F. Heat index up to 107°F.
- Monday: High of 99°F with mostly clear skies.
- Tuesday: Heat intensifies with highs near 99°F again. Mostly sunny and dry.
- Wednesday: Peak of the heat wave. Expect 101°F with no cloud relief.
- Thursday: Slight drop, but still blazing — high near 100°F.
- Friday: Continuation of hot, sunny pattern with highs near 100°F.
No rain is expected after Saturday’s isolated storms, leaving little chance for cooling. Stay indoors when possible, check on elderly neighbors, and never leave children or pets in vehicles.
Excessive heat continues through at least Friday. NWS may issue further advisories if conditions worsen.
