Louisiana air feels mild and calm this morning, but subtle changes are unfolding across Shreveport. The sky runs partly sunny, and temperatures are already climbing through the 50s, aiming for a high near 66 degrees by afternoon. A brief shower could pop up after midday, especially along I-20 and near downtown.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, a 20% chance of showers develops later today with east winds at 5 to 10 mph. Rain coverage stays isolated, but a quick shower could dampen roads during the late-day drive.
Keep an umbrella handy just in case.
Tonight stays mostly cloudy with a low near 52 degrees and another slight shower chance before 9 p.m. Saturday turns warmer, reaching 68 degrees, with a 20% chance of showers before noon. North winds increase to 15 mph by afternoon, signaling a cooler shift.
By Saturday night, skies clear and temperatures drop sharply to 38 degrees. Sunday brings bright sun and a high near 61, but colder air settles in quickly after sunset. Lows fall to 34 degrees Sunday night.
That late-weekend freeze could impact early Monday commuters.
Monday stays sunny but cooler, with highs near 58 and lows again near 34. Any leftover moisture on bridges or overpasses could refreeze after dark, a classic late-February flash-freeze setup, though widespread ice is not expected.
Looking ahead, temperatures rebound fast. Highs climb into the mid-60s Tuesday and surge toward the mid-70s by Wednesday and Thursday. The 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal readings, signaling stronger spring warmth building across northwest Louisiana.
Five-Day Outlook for Shreveport:
- Today: High 66°, isolated afternoon shower.
- Saturday: High 68°, slight morning shower chance.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 61°.
- Monday: Sunny, high 58°.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 64°.
