January 29, 2026 - Very cold temperatures will return this upcoming weekend into early next week in wake of a strong cold front on Friday. Wind chills on Friday night / Saturday morning could range from the single digits to lower teens, with morning lows on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday in the teens and lower 20s.
An arctic air mass will result in the return of very cold temperatures Saturday, with readings struggling to reach or exceed the freezing mark during the day. Confidence is high that temperatures will fall into the teens Saturday night.
A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect for the entire Four State Region from Midnight Friday through Noon Saturday. Wind chills will range from the single digits north of Interstate 20, to the low to mid teens south of Interstate 20.
A cold front will move across the Four State Region this evening. Can't rule out an isolated shower across Southern Arkansas and Northern Louisiana along the front. Behind the front, very cold air will move into the region for the upcoming weekend.
Cold Weather Advisory
At 9:05am Thursday, January 29, 2026, the National Weather Service, Shreveport, LA issued a cold weather advisory in effect from midnight Friday night to noon Saturday for Shelby County.
Very cold wind chills as low as the single digits along and north of I-20 and a range of 10 to 15 degrees south of I-20 are expected for portions of south central and southwest Arkansas, north central and northwest Louisiana, southeast Oklahoma, and east and northeast Texas.
Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Precautionary/Preparedness Actions:
- Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
- Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
- Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
- Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
