Louisiana: Here’s When Temps May Drop to Upper 40s as Fall Front Arrives This Week

As expected, Louisiana residents will soon feel a dramatic shift in temperatures as the strongest cold front of the season makes its way into the region. The summer-like heat early this week will give way to cooler, fall-like conditions starting Tuesday night, bringing some of the chilliest mornings of the season so far.

The front will push through the area late Tuesday, ending the recent stretch of warm and humid weather. Highs on Monday and Tuesday will remain in the upper 80s to near 90, with the humidity making it feel even hotter. However, by Wednesday morning, parts of the state could see temperatures plunge into the mid to upper 40s. Most areas are expected to experience lows in the lower 50s.

Wednesday’s high temperatures will struggle to reach 70 degrees, which is a big shift from the heat that has dominated much of October. The trend continues into Thursday, with morning lows again hovering around the lower 50s and daytime highs remaining in the upper 60s.

While the front brings a welcome taste of fall, the forecast remains dry, with no rain expected throughout the week. Louisiana will be blessed with plenty of sunshine to complement the cooler, more comfortable conditions.

So, after one more day of heat, break out the light jackets (or gumbo pots)—fall is officially arriving in Louisiana.