As hurricane season 2025 approaches, residents across Louisiana—especially in coastal areas—are being urged to stay prepared. The official hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, and while some forecasts predict a milder season, Louisiana still faces high chances of being hit by a storm.
Will the 2025 Hurricane Season Be Milder?
Experts at Weatherbell.com and Colorado State University (CSU) suggest that this year’s hurricane season might be less intense than 2024. However, that doesn’t mean residents can relax entirely. Even in quiet seasons, it only takes one major storm to cause severe damage.
According to data from CSU, the overall chance of a named storm making an impact in Louisiana is 74% this year. The state has:
- A 46% chance of a hurricane hitting
- An 18% chance of a major hurricane (Category 3 or higher)
Only Florida and North Carolina are at higher risk.
Why Should Shreveport and Northern Louisiana Stay Alert?
Though Shreveport is not on the coast, it still plays an important role during hurricane season:
- It may receive heavy rains or storm remnants
- It is a major evacuation destination when coastal areas are hit
People in the north should remain aware of storm paths, as hurricanes often bring flooding and power outages even far from where they make landfall.
Parish-by-Parish Risk: Where Is the Danger Highest?
Here is a breakdown of Louisiana parishes most likely to be impacted by a hurricane during the 2025 season:
1. Terrebonne Parish – 51%
Located in south Louisiana, this parish is among the most at-risk areas for a direct hurricane hit.
2. Plaquemines Parish – 51%
Sharing the highest risk level with Terrebonne, Plaquemines Parish is another area that should stay on high alert.
3. St. Bernard Parish – 49%
Still recovering from Hurricane Katrina, this area has nearly a 50/50 chance of another hurricane in 2025.
4. Lafourche Parish – 47%
Including Grand Isle, this southernmost parish has a very high probability of facing a named storm.
5. Jefferson Parish – 46%
Close to New Orleans, this heavily populated area is also highly vulnerable to storms this season.
6. St. Mary Parish – 42%
Located where the Atchafalaya River meets the Gulf, this region sits in the heart of Cajun country.
7. Iberia Parish – 42%
Also with a 42% risk, residents here are being told to prepare for possible evacuation or impact.
8. St. Tammany Parish – 41%
Located just north of New Orleans, this area faces a moderate but still significant risk.
9. Cameron Parish – 38%
After suffering severe damage from Hurricanes Laura and Delta, this parish remains vulnerable.
10. Vermilion Parish – 37%
With long coastlines, it joins Cameron Parish with the lowest hurricane landfall probabilities among the major coastal regions—but the risk still remains.
Though forecasts suggest the 2025 hurricane season might be milder, Louisiana remains at high risk, especially in coastal parishes like Terrebonne, Plaquemines, and St. Bernard. With 74% chance of storm impact, residents must prepare early—check emergency kits, know evacuation routes, and stay updated on weather alerts.
Even inland cities like Shreveport must remain cautious, as they often receive evacuees and weather aftereffects. While Louisiana is no stranger to hurricanes, being proactive could make all the difference this season.