SHREVEPORT, Louisiana – On Monday, we experienced the last warm day for a while in Shreveport. The temperature peaked in the low to mid 70s, but a cold front is on the horizon, set to usher in cooler weather for both New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Brace yourselves, as an arctic airmass is poised to sweep in next week, bringing with it cold days and freezing nights.
As night falls on Monday, a cold front will make its grand entrance, displacing the warm air that has been embracing the region. Lows will settle comfortably in the 40s as the blustery conditions gradually subside. Overnight, a gentle breeze of 5 to 10 miles per hour will linger in the air, lulling the region into a tranquil slumber.
New Year’s Eve promises clear skies as the front ushers in a delightfully sunny Tuesday. However, the wind may occasionally pick up speed, gusting between 15 to 20 miles per hour, infusing the afternoon with a cool ambiance that will transition into a chilly night. As we bid farewell to 2025 and welcome the new year, temperatures are projected to hover around the low 40s at the stroke of midnight. No rain is expected, giving the green light for festive activities such as fireworks displays or outdoor gatherings with loved ones.
Come New Year’s Day, Wednesday morning will dawn with temperatures in the 30s, setting the stage for a refreshingly cool afternoon in the 50s accompanied by a gentle north breeze. Expect highs to align closely with seasonal averages, all beneath the comforting embrace of abundant sunshine.
Looking ahead to the latter part of the week and into the weekend, daytime temperatures are forecasted to linger in the 50s and low 60s. A gradual warming trend will take hold over the weekend before a cold front makes its grand entrance, likely heralding the arrival of showers and storms late on Sunday. While this front bears the potential for severe weather, the prevailing cool temperatures may act as a mitigating factor, potentially tempering the development of strong storms.
Fast forward to next week, and a drastic turn in the weather awaits. With high confidence, a surge of cold air is anticipated to follow in the wake of the weekend storms. While the upcoming Sunday and Monday may not yield any winter weather, temperatures are expected to plummet into the 40s, with wind chill temperatures plunging even lower into the 20s. Brace yourselves for a week where each passing day will be cloaked in wintry temperatures, underscoring the onset of colder conditions.
Looking further ahead to the late week period around January 10th and 11th, the prospect of a more potent cold front looms on the horizon, potentially accompanied by some precipitation. Should this scenario unfold, the likelihood of winter weather conditions emerging becomes a distinct possibility.
