Louisiana – Frost coats windshields and lawns across northwest Louisiana as cold air settles low and stubborn. The morning feels brittle. Breath fogs quickly, and shaded pavement stays stiff to the touch. Winter has a firm grip on Shreveport at daybreak.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures sit near the upper 20s this morning at Shreveport Downtown Airport, with widespread frost reported around sunrise. Calm winds have allowed cold air to pool, increasing the risk for icy patches on bridges, ramps, and less-traveled roads.
Any early moisture freezes fast. Drivers along I-20 and local surface streets should slow down through mid-morning, especially in shaded areas. Pipes, pets, and exposed plants remain vulnerable during the freeze.
Conditions change quickly as the day unfolds. Skies gradually brighten, and highs rebound toward 50 this afternoon. That warmth melts frost, but it also sets the stage for flash freezing later tonight when temperatures drop back into the lower 30s. Slick spots may redevelop after sunset.
The bigger shift arrives Monday and Tuesday. Monday turns springlike, with highs surging into the mid-60s. By Tuesday, moisture returns, and showers become likely by afternoon, with a chance of thunderstorms into the evening. Wet roads and reduced visibility could affect the evening commute.
Midweek trends quieter but cooler again. Wednesday stays mostly sunny, with highs in the mid-50s and overnight lows near freezing. The broader pattern shows cold air retreating north while active systems track across the South, keeping weather swings sharp through the first week of February.
Bundle up this morning, protect pets and pipes, and plan for changing road conditions later today. Keep rain gear ready by Tuesday.
Five-Day Outlook for Shreveport, Louisiana
Monday: Sunny, high near 66
Tuesday: Showers likely, high near 64
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 55
Thursday: Sunny, high near 57
Friday: Sunny, high near 68
