From New Orleans to the northshore to Baton Rouge to Lafayette, snow is looking more and more likely as a winter storm moves through the area. "The ceiling for this event could be something astonishing.

Erin Davis/Axios Visuals New Orleans is going to be frigid next week and the National Weather Service is even talking about the stuff of myths — snow in south Louisiana. Why it matters: There's hope,

School systems, colleges and universities are making decisions to cancel class or go virtual next week as the New Orleans metro prepares to deal with an arctic blast that could bring freezing rain or snow to much of southeast Louisiana.

NEW ORLEANS — Governor Jeff Landry issued a State of Emergency on Saturday ahead of freezing conditions expected to hit Southeast Louisiana next week.

A rare winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain to Florida, Texas and other parts of the South next week. While some uncertainty remains over exactly how much snow will fall,

The potential for snowfall on the Crescent City and the Red Stick next week is "looking increasingly possible," the National Weather Service in Slidell said Friday.

Snow is a rarity in the Crescent City, but history shows it’s not impossible. The last measurable snowfall in Orleans Parish was recorded on Dec. 4, 2009, when less than an inch fell, according to the National Weather Service in New Orleans.

Overnight lows are expected to drop into the 30s, with some areas north of Lake Pontchartrain dipping below freezing. Winds from the northwest, gusting up to 35 mph, will make it feel even colder, with wind chill or “feels like” temperatures in the low to mid 20s.

Baton Rouge doesn't usually get the right mix of cold and moisture for snow, according to the National Weather Service.

New Orleans residents, get ready for a mix of wet mornings and cool, breezy afternoons this week! From rain showers to sunny breaks, temperatures will range between 40°F (5°C) and 69°F (20°C). Whether you’re dodging rain or enjoying mild afternoons,

Waves of frigid air sweeping across the U.S., briefly hitting the ArkLaTex. Here's when North Louisiana is likely to receive a bit of snow next week.

The winter storm next week is expected to dump up to 8 inches of snow in some areas and create hazardous road conditions in New Orleans, the northshore, Baton Rouge and Lafayette, with freezing temps for days.