Weather in Shreveport, Louisiana
Roses open on the Piedmont edge. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Overcast17%88°71°
- SundayMay 17Drizzle10%90°71°
- MondayMay 18Light Drizzle28%92°76°
- TuesdayMay 19Showers50%92°67°
- WednesdayMay 20Showers77%88°65°
- ThursdayMay 21Showers61%79°67°
- FridayMay 22Thunderstorm56%80°69°
- PM 2.5
- 10.6 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 13.6 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 3.1 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 95.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 11:31 AM
- Moonset
- 1:30 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open on the Piedmont edge
Shreveport at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 79°F — typical for the season
- Last frost: March 2 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Peak growing season
As of May 17, the growing season is at its peak — frost is months away. Continue succession-planting beans and summer squash. Start fall brassicas (broccoli, cabbage, kale) from seed indoors for transplanting in late summer.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| April | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | — |
| May | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
August typically brings Shreveport's highest temperatures, averaging around 84°F, while January delivers the coldest conditions at roughly 48°F. Rain follows a different pattern — April sees the heaviest precipitation at 5.2 inches, while August receives the least at 2.9 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48° | 4.4″ | 6 |
| February | 52° | 4.3″ | 6 |
| March | 59° | 4.9″ | 7 |
| April | 66° | 5.2″ | 5 |
| May | 74° | 4.5″ | 6 |
| June | 81° | 4.8″ | 6 |
| July | 84° | 3.5″ | 5 |
| August | 84° | 2.9″ | 4 |
| September | 78° | 3.5″ | 4 |
| October | 67° | 4.6″ | 5 |
| November | 57° | 4.0″ | 6 |
| December | 50° | 4.9″ | 6 |
Regional context
Shreveport falls within the humid subtropical climate region, sharing similar temperature ranges, seasonal weather patterns, and growing conditions with other cities in this zone.
Similar climates: New Orleans, LA, Baton Rouge, LA, Lafayette, LA, Lake Charles, LA, Metairie, LA.
Naturalist notes
Late April brings the return of Ruby-throated Hummingbirds to Shreveport's gardens and parks.
Southern Magnolia trees begin their spectacular blooming period in May, filling the air with their distinctive fragrance.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Shreveport?
- The last spring frost in Shreveport typically occurs around mid-March, while the first fall frost usually arrives around mid-December.
- What is the rainy season in Shreveport?
- April receives the most rainfall, averaging about 5.2 inches, while the city's total annual precipitation reaches roughly 51 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Shreveport?
- August typically records the highest temperatures, averaging about 84°F.
- What is the coldest month in Shreveport?
- January brings the coldest weather, averaging about 48°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Shreveport?
- Cool-season crops like peas and lettuce can be planted around the last spring frost in mid-March, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Shreveport get?
- Shreveport experiences approximately 66 rainy days per year.
- What hardiness zone is Shreveport?
- The USDA hardiness zone for Shreveport depends on average winter low temperatures; consult the USDA's online zone lookup using the city ZIP code for current zone information.
Climate
Shreveport, Louisiana experiences a humid subtropical climate. Winter temperatures in January typically hover around 48°F, while July brings averages of 84°F — creating a 36°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals approximately 51 inches, distributed across roughly 66 rainy days throughout the year.
Local weather patterns depend on the city's latitude of 32.5°N, its proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These factors determine growing seasons, frost timing, and daily weather conditions.