Mississippi – Cold air presses down across central Mississippi, sharpening the morning chill and setting the stage for a wintry-feeling weekend. Lawns crunch underfoot early, windshields fog, and thin moisture on roads could refreeze after dark, creating isolated slick spots by Saturday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, temperatures trend downward heading into the weekend. Daytime warmth fades quickly after sunset. Lows fall near freezing early Saturday, then dip into the mid-20s by early Sunday. Widespread frost is expected, with a brief chance of light sprinkles or flurries late Saturday night as colder air deepens.
Jackson and surrounding communities should prepare for cold-sensitive impacts. Exposed pipes, pets, and plants need protection. Drivers should watch bridges, ramps, and shaded roadways where black ice can form before sunrise. Conditions may change quickly after sunset, even without steady precipitation.
Saturday brings sunshine but limited warmth, with highs near 50 degrees and a light northwest breeze. Sunday stays bright yet colder, topping out in the lower 40s. Calm winds Sunday night allow temperatures to fall again, keeping frost concerns active into early Monday morning.
Looking ahead, early next week stays dry with a gradual warming trend. Highs rebound into the lower 50s by Monday, though cold nights persist. Meteorologists are tracking a more active pattern beyond midweek, with increasing rain chances as colder air remains nearby across the eastern U.S.
Plan extra time for early travel this weekend. Take winter precautions now. How cold did it feel in your neighborhood this morning?
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Jackson, MS
- Friday: Sunny, high near 64°, breezy at times
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 50°, colder by evening
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 42°, morning frost
- Monday (MLK Day): Sunny, high near 52°
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 47°, chilly morning lows
