Louisiana – Sunlight breaks through early cloud cover as temperatures climb quickly, but winter is quietly waiting its turn. The air feels calm now, yet a colder edge slips in by nightfall, setting up a classic January temperature swing across northwest Louisiana.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, today stays partly sunny with highs near 62 degrees. Winds shift during the afternoon, signaling cooler air moving in behind a weak front. Conditions remain dry, but temperatures fall fast after sunset.
By tonight, skies turn mostly clear and readings drop to near 31 degrees. That opens the door for frost on exposed surfaces, especially in low-lying neighborhoods and rural areas outside the city. Drivers may notice colder bridges and overpasses early, though widespread ice is not expected.
Thursday brings bright sunshine, though the chill lingers. Highs reach the low 50s, making it feel brisk compared to recent days. North winds ease, but the cooler pattern holds through the evening with lows falling into the upper 30s.
Friday marks a brief rebound. Sunshine pushes temperatures back into the low 60s during the afternoon, offering a comfortable break for outdoor plans. Friday night cools again, with lows settling into the mid-30s under mostly clear skies.
The weekend looks quiet and dry. Saturday stays mostly sunny with highs near 52, followed by another cold night near 29 degrees. Sunday remains sunny and cool, topping out near 50.
Looking ahead, long-range outlooks point to increasing rain chances next week as colder air stretches east. For now, protect sensitive plants and plan for chilly mornings. Feeling the temperature swings yet?
Five Day Forecast for Shreveport, Louisiana
• Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 62°F
• Thursday: Sunny and cooler, high near 51°F
• Friday: Sunny, high near 62°F
• Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 52°F
• Sunday: Sunny and cool, high near 50°F
