Dangerous New Year’s Cold Expected With Temperatures Plunging Into the 20s and 30s Across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida
SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES — A blast of Arctic air is expected to bring hazardously cold conditions across the Southeast on the final morning of 2025, with temperatures plunging into the 20s and 30s across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and deep into Florida, according to updated National Weather Service projections.
NWS Flags “Hazardous Cold” for December 30–31
The National Weather Service has issued new graphics indicating a Hazardous Cold period from December 30–31, highlighting conditions severe enough to impact vulnerable populations and exposed infrastructure. Forecasters warn that wind chills may make temperatures feel even colder, increasing the risk of frostbite, hypothermia, and cold-related emergencies across multiple Gulf and Southeastern states.
20s Expected Along the Upper Gulf Coast
Morning lows are projected to fall into the upper 20s across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama, marking one of the coldest mornings of the winter season. Coastal regions typically shielded from deep freezes may see temperatures low enough to threaten:
- Exposed pipes
- Outdoor pets and livestock
- Sensitive vegetation and crops
Forecasters describe this as an “extra chilly finish” to 2025 for much of the Gulf Coast.
30s and 40s to Reach Deep Into Florida
Even Florida will experience unusually sharp cold for late December. Current projections show:
- 30s in northern and central Florida
- 40s to near 50° across central and south Florida
- 61° possible only in the far southern tip and Keys
The depth of the cold outbreak suggests substantial energy demand, outdoor event concerns, and early-morning travel impacts.
Georgia Also Facing Deep Cold Before the New Year
North and central Georgia may fall into the 20s and upper 20s, with freezing conditions expected to persist through the early morning hours. The cold could affect New Year’s Eve preparations, outdoor gatherings, and early-morning commuters.
Officials encourage residents across Georgia and neighboring states to prepare for:
- Hard freezes in exposed areas
- Hazardous wind chills
- Extended periods of below-freezing temperatures
Residents Encouraged to Take Precautions Before the Drop
With temperatures falling rapidly and remaining low into New Year’s Eve morning, residents across the Southeast should take steps to protect people, pets, pipes, and plants. Those traveling or hosting outdoor celebrations should account for below-normal temperatures and potentially dangerous morning conditions. For continued updates throughout the Southeast, visit SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
