Lafayette Parish, LA (January 23, 2026) – Meteorologists are forecasting record-breaking freezing temperatures in Lafayette Parish beginning Monday, with brisk winds driving wind chills into the single digits and remaining near 20 degrees throughout the day. Temperatures may stay below freezing until after 6:00 a.m. Tuesday.
To ensure students remain warm and safe and to allow time for families to make arrangements, LPSS schools will be closed on Monday. The closure will also allow facilities teams to inspect campuses for any cold-weather impacts.
LPSS will continue monitoring conditions and will make a decision about school on Tuesday no later than noon on Monday. Updates will be shared through the JCampus app, text message, email, and the LPSS Facebook page.
Safety remains LPSS’s top priority, and we encourage everyone to stay warm and safe.
