Cheapest Gas Prices in SWLA This Week

Lake Charles, Louisiana - Gas prices are continuing to drop across the State of Louisiana, but they're still higher than they used to be. We're taking our weekly look at the cheapest gas prices around the Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana area.

According to a PennLive report, AAA also warns that gas price trends remain uncertain.

“Drivers will take all the relief they can get as they embark on summer road trips. But uncertainty lingers over when the Strait of Hormuz will fully reopen and resume traffic. That unknown means oil prices will likely not decrease dramatically as summertime gasoline demand starts going up,” AAA said.

Gas prices have continued to fall over the last few weeks. Just two weeks ago, back to June 1st, gas was up to around $4.43 for the National Average and around $3.95 a gallon here in Louisiana.

According to AAA, gas prices in the Lake Charles area saw a slight day-to-day dip across all fuel types. The average price for regular unleaded sits at $3.64, down from $3.65 yesterday and $3.72 a week ago. Mid-grade fuel is averaging $4.08, while premium is at $4.49, both of which are down slightly from last week and last month. Diesel prices are currently averaging $4.69, slightly lower than yesterday’s $4.71 and down significantly from a month ago at $5.09.