Louisiana to Get Perhaps a Stronger Arctic Blast in January

For those who do not like winter temperatures in Louisiana, you may not like the news that some meteorologists are sharing on social media.

January has shaped up to be very cold in the Deep South, and it may get even colder before the month ends. a recent arctic blast has brought temperatures to or below the freezing point, and some areas in the south have received several inches of snow.

So what can we expect in the days ahead? Well, it looks like another mass of frigid air from Canada will push south, and that colder air could impact our region in the next 10 days.

Yes, things are shaping up to be very cold towards the end of the month, and this next Arctic blast, according to some in the weather world, could be even stronger than the Arctic air we received to start January.

While long-range forecasts can change from time to time, we share this with you now so that you can begin making preparations around your house. If you need to address exposed pipes or animals that may live outdoors, it may be a good time to start making plans or preparations.

I've said it before and I'll say it again, January and February always seem to be the coldest months in the south, and things are shaping up for a very cold end to January.

For those who hate winter, just know that warmer days are ahead, but you're going to have to deal with some very cold days and nights ahead, just brace yourselves.

As for winter precipitation in the South, well, let's see how things play out. Some long-range weather models do show some winter "stuff" reaching parts of Louisiana towards the end of the month. But again, it's a long-range forecast, and yes, we know things can change.

On a side note, the gumbo pot at my house isn't being put away anytime soon, and I'd be happy too see some winter precipitation at least once here this winter.

Here's another look at the cold air mass pushing out of Canada, and heading south as we approach the middle of January.