This week, temperatures are dropping day by day, bringing colder weather to Louisiana. On Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, temperatures are around 20 degrees, with a high of 50 and a low of 28 at night. Throughout the rest of the week, temperatures are expected to fluctuate between 29, 31, and 32 degrees before dropping back down to 21 and 20 degrees. With these unusually cold conditions, students are encouraged to bundle up and keep a coat nearby. While Louisiana is typically known for its warm climate, this week’s weather tells a different story.

The cold temperatures are part of a powerful Arctic front that has moved across much of the United States, bringing a severe winter storm and dangerously low temperatures. In some areas, wind chills have dropped to as low as negative 25 degrees Fahrenheit. According to weather reports, this extreme weather has been linked to at least 30 deaths nationwide due to hypothermia, accidents, and exposure. Meteorologists warn that the life-threatening cold is expected to continue for several more days, and residents are advised to take safety precautions and stay informed.