Mississippi – Headlights glow through gray mist this morning as fog settles across central Mississippi. Visibility drops along city streets and stretches of I-55 and I-20, while the air feels more like late March than February. That warmth is only building as the day moves forward.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, areas of fog linger through the early morning hours before clouds dominate the rest of the day. Highs climb into the mid-70s, pushing well above normal for February. South-southwest winds increase by afternoon, occasionally gusting over 20 mph, adding to a muggy feel and stirring low clouds.
Across Hinds, Rankin, and Madison counties, a slight chance of showers develops later today and into the evening. Wet pavement combined with lingering fog may slow the evening commute. Drivers should expect changing conditions near river bottoms and low-lying roads.
Wednesday brings a brief reset. Skies turn partly sunny, and temperatures ease back into the low 70s. Fog may redevelop around daybreak, but conditions improve quickly by late morning. Thursday looks brighter and warm again, with highs near 70 and calmer winds, offering a quieter stretch before the pattern turns active.
By Friday, rain chances return, mainly during the afternoon. Temperatures surge into the upper 70s, and humidity increases. Saturday turns more unsettled, with showers likely and a chance of thunderstorms developing later in the day. While severe weather is not a given, heavier downpours could briefly reduce visibility and pond water on roads.
Looking ahead, NOAA’s 6–10 day outlook signals above-normal temperatures holding into early next week. With warmth winning out, winter feels distant, but rapid swings remain possible this time of year.
Slow down in fog this morning, plan for wet roads later this week, and keep an eye on changing conditions. Are you seeing fog where you live?
Five-Day Outlook for Jackson, Mississippi
- Today: Fog early, mostly cloudy, high near 74
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 72
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 70
- Friday: Chance of showers, high near 77
- Saturday: Showers likely, storm chance late, high near 74
