Low clouds hang over the capital this morning, and the air feels heavy at 63 degrees. Roads are dry for now, but change is building by midafternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, a 40% chance of showers develops after 3 p.m., followed by scattered thunderstorms into the evening. Southwest winds increase to 10 mph, with gusts near 20 mph. Rain chances climb to 70% late tonight, and rainfall totals could range between a quarter and a half inch.
Drivers along I-55, I-20, and U.S. 49 should plan for wet pavement and reduced visibility during the evening commute. Lightning could briefly halt outdoor practices and events. Keep devices charged and secure loose outdoor items before storms arrive.
Once this system moves through, a sharp rebound takes hold. Sunshine returns Friday with highs near 72 degrees. Saturday climbs to 76 under bright skies, and Sunday pushes close to 79 degrees. It will feel more like early April than late February, a true spring tease as March approaches.
Early next week stays warm and mostly dry. Highs reach the mid-70s Monday and hold in the low to mid-70s into midweek, with only isolated shower chances Tuesday and Wednesday. Longer-range trends point to above-normal temperatures continuing through the 6–10 day window, reinforcing the warming pattern across much of the Lower 48.
For now, focus on late-day storms and slick roads. Planning to be out this evening? Let us know what conditions you’re seeing across Jackson.
Five Day Outlook for Jackson, Mississippi:
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 72°F, low 47°F.
Saturday: Sunny, high 76°F, low 51°F.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 79°F, low 55°F.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 74°F, low 53°F.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 73°F, low 56°F.
