Check hurricane alerts in Louisiana now and compare Ida, Laura and Francine with the 52 recorded landfalls
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No tropical watches or warnings are in effect for Louisiana right now, and none of the storms we track has alerts here.
Hurricanes that made landfall in Louisiana
Louisiana hurricane history: 52 in the official NHC record. Most recent first.
The most recent was Francine in 2024, with winds of 105 mph at landfall.
| Storm | Date | Winds at landfall | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| Francine (2024) | Sep 11, 2024 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Ida (2021) | Aug 29, 2021 | 150 mph | Category 4 |
| Zeta (2020) | Oct 28, 2020 | 115 mph | Category 3 |
| Delta (2020) | Oct 9, 2020 | 100 mph | Category 2 |
| Laura (2020) | Aug 27, 2020 | 150 mph | Category 4 |
| Barry (2019) | Jul 13, 2019 | 75 mph | Category 1 |
| Nate (2017) | Oct 8, 2017 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Isaac (2012) | Aug 29, 2012 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Gustav (2008) | Sep 1, 2008 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Rita (2005) | Sep 24, 2005 | 115 mph | Category 3 |
| Katrina (2005) | Aug 29, 2005 | 125 mph | Category 3 |
| Cindy (2005) | Jul 6, 2005 | 75 mph | Category 1 |
Show the other 40 storms
| Lili (2002) | Oct 3, 2002 | 90 mph | Category 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danny (1997) | Jul 18, 1997 | 75 mph | Category 1 |
| Andrew (1992) | Aug 26, 1992 | 115 mph | Category 3 |
| Florence (1988) | Sep 10, 1988 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Juan (1985) | Oct 29, 1985 | 75 mph | Category 1 |
| Danny (1985) | Aug 15, 1985 | 90 mph | Category 1 |
| Carmen (1974) | Sep 8, 1974 | 120 mph | Category 3 |
| Edith (1971) | Sep 16, 1971 | 90 mph | Category 1 |
| Betsy (1965) | Sep 10, 1965 | 130 mph | Category 4 |
| Hilda (1964) | Oct 3, 1964 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Audrey (1957) | Jun 27, 1957 | 125 mph | Category 3 |
| Flossy (1956) | Sep 24, 1956 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1948) | Sep 4, 1948 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1947) | Sep 19, 1947 | 110 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1938) | Aug 15, 1938 | 75 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1934) | Jun 16, 1934 | 100 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1926) | Aug 25, 1926 | 115 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1923) | Oct 16, 1923 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1920) | Sep 22, 1920 | 100 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1918) | Aug 6, 1918 | 120 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1915) | Sep 29, 1915 | 125 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1909) | Sep 21, 1909 | 115 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1901) | Aug 14, 1901 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1897) | Sep 13, 1897 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1893) | Oct 2, 1893 | 130 mph | Category 4 |
| Unnamed (1893) | Sep 7, 1893 | 100 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1889) | Sep 23, 1889 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1888) | Aug 19, 1888 | 110 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1887) | Oct 19, 1887 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1886) | Oct 12, 1886 | 120 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1879) | Sep 1, 1879 | 125 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1877) | Sep 18, 1877 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1869) | Sep 5, 1869 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1867) | Oct 4, 1867 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1865) | Sep 13, 1865 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1860) | Oct 2, 1860 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1860) | Sep 15, 1860 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1860) | Aug 11, 1860 | 125 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1856) | Aug 10, 1856 | 150 mph | Category 4 |
| Unnamed (1855) | Sep 16, 1855 | 125 mph | Category 3 |
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Counts Atlantic hurricanes whose center crossed the Louisiana coast with winds of at least 74 mph at that moment, from NHC landfall records matched to the nearest state within 25 miles. A storm that weakened before landfall is not counted, and a storm that struck another state first is counted only where it made landfall. Winds shown are at landfall, not the peak of the storm. Source: NOAA National Hurricane Center HURDAT2. Past counts do not predict the next season.
Official sources for Louisiana
Evacuation orders and local forecasts come from these offices, not from us.
Louisiana evacuation zones, orders and routes
Evacuation is ordered by local officials. These are the official places to check your zone and any orders.
Hurricane season in Louisiana: dates and what to do
The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30. Activity usually peaks around September 10, with most storms between mid-August and mid-October (National Hurricane Center).
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Common questions about hurricanes in Louisiana
How many hurricanes have made landfall in Louisiana?
The National Hurricane Center record lists 52 hurricane landfalls on Louisiana's coast since 1855. The table on this page shows each one.
When was the last hurricane in Louisiana?
The most recent hurricane landfall on Louisiana's coast in the National Hurricane Center record is Francine in 2024, with winds of 105 mph at landfall.
What was the strongest hurricane to hit Louisiana?
By wind speed, Ida in 2021: 150 mph at landfall. Hurricanes are rated by wind speed only, so a storm with weaker winds can still cause more damage from surge or flooding.
Which decade had the most hurricanes in Louisiana?
The 1860s, with 6 of the 52 landfalls in the record. A busy decade does not predict the next one, because each season depends on that year's ocean and wind conditions.
Where do I find evacuation zones, orders and routes in Louisiana?
Start with Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness. Evacuation zones and orders are set by your county or state emergency management office, not by us. Follow local orders and check your zone before a storm threatens.