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Soil Temperature in Louisiana

The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Louisiana is 77°F, based on 2 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 76°F to 79°F. Last updated May 18, 2026.

Current Planting Conditions

Warm-season grasses are actively growing across Louisiana with soil averaging 77°F at 2 inches. Bermuda, zoysia, and St. Augustine can be seeded or sodded now. Cool-season overseeding is closing for the season.

Monitoring Stations in Louisiana (2)

Station2" TempLast Reading
Lafayette 13 SE79°F2026-05-18
Monroe 26 N76°F2026-05-18

Cities in Louisiana (42)

Cities in Louisiana with current soil temperature readings
CityZIPCurrent TempDistance from state center
Abbeville70510—79 mi
Alexandria71301—31 mi
Baker70704—66 mi
Bastrop71220—119 mi
Baton Rouge70801—64 mi
Belle Chasse70037—146 mi
Bogalusa70427—128 mi
Bossier City71111—143 mi
Chalmette70043—144 mi
Covington70433—120 mi
Crowley70526—63 mi
Denham Springs70706—72 mi
Gonzales70707—90 mi
Gretna70053—141 mi
Hammond70401—97 mi
Harvey70058—142 mi
Houma70360—126 mi
Kenner70062—128 mi
La Place70068—113 mi
Lafayette70500—59 mi
Lake Charles70601—92 mi
Leesville71446—70 mi
Mandeville70448—125 mi
Marrero70072—140 mi
Metairie70001—132 mi
Minden71055—132 mi
Monroe71201—101 mi
Morgan City70380—104 mi
Natchitoches71457—80 mi
New Iberia70560—75 mi
New Orleans70112—138 mi
Opelousas70570—39 mi
Pineville71359—31 mi
Plaquemine70764—71 mi
Ruston71270—108 mi
Shreveport71101—143 mi
Slidell70458—143 mi
Sulphur70663—100 mi
Tallulah71282—109 mi
Thibodaux70301—113 mi
West Monroe71291—102 mi
Westwego70094—134 mi

Soil Temperature FAQ for Louisiana

What is the current soil temperature in Louisiana?

The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Louisiana is 77°F, based on 2 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 76°F to 79°F depending on location and elevation.

When should I apply pre-emergent in Louisiana?

Apply pre-emergent herbicide when soil at 2 inches reaches 55°F for several consecutive days. Timing varies across Louisiana, so check your city's page for station-specific readings and the pre-emergent timing recommendation.

When can I plant grass seed in Louisiana?

Cool-season grasses (fescue, bluegrass) can be seeded when soil holds between 50 and 65°F. Warm-season grasses (bermuda, zoysia) need soil above 65°F. Timing varies by location, so check your city's planting window for the dates specific to your area.