Louisiana's Unexpected Chill: What to Expect from the Upcoming Freeze

Louisiana, known for its warm weather, is about to experience a significant change. A cold front is moving in, bringing freezing temperatures to parts of the state. This isn't just a little chill; it's a real freeze warning.

Areas Affected

The National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for areas along and north of the Interstate 10 and 12 corridor. This includes:

Baton Rouge
North Shore

Excluded Areas:

New Orleans
Coastal Louisiana
Parts of Jefferson Parish

However, these areas may still feel the cold.

Temperature Drop

The Arctic front has been pushing through since yesterday, expected to drop temperatures by 15 to 25 degrees. Areas under the freeze warning could experience 3 to 8 hours of freezing temperatures overnight.

Additional Concerns

Along with the cold, gusty winds of 20-25 miles per hour are expected, creating a critical fire weather risk. Residents are advised not to burn anything outdoors at this time.

Warm-Up on the Horizon

The good news? After Monday night, temperatures are expected to warm up. This brief period of winter weather won't last long.

Expected Lows

Here's what the National Weather Service predicts for Monday night:

Baton Rouge: Low around 32 degrees
Hammond: Low around 28 degrees with widespread frost after 4 a.m.

Stay warm, Louisiana!