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Alabama-Mississippi Freeze Watch: Lows Near 29° Saturday, Nov 14
Mobile, AL – Temperatures could plunge below freezing across portions of southwest and south central Alabama and southeastern Mississippi early Saturday, putting gardens, crops and exposed outdoor plu
By Avery Collins · 2026-11-12T20:36:31.220Z
Mobile, AL – Temperatures could plunge below freezing across portions of southwest and south central Alabama and southeastern Mississippi early Saturday, putting gardens, crops and exposed outdoor plumbing at risk. Some communities could wake up to temperatures as low as 29 degrees.
According to the National Weather Service in Mobile, a Freeze Watch has been issued for eight Alabama counties and one Mississippi county from late Friday night, November 13, through Saturday morning, November 14.
The watch covers Choctaw, Washington, Clarke, Wilcox, Monroe, Conecuh, Butler and Crenshaw counties in Alabama, along with Wayne County in Mississippi.
Forecasters say temperatures could fall between 29 and 32 degrees during the coldest overnight hours.
Nine Counties Face Saturday Morning Freeze Risk The potential freeze stretches across several inland communities, including Thomasville, Grove Hill, Jackson, Chatom, Monroeville, Evergreen, Greenville, Camden, Butler and Luverne.
Other Alabama communities listed in the watch include Brantley, Pine Hill, Millry, Lisman and Silas.
In Mississippi, Waynesboro and surrounding Wayne County communities are also included.
The affected area lies primarily inland, where overnight cooling could bring temperatures below the freezing mark.
The watch does not cover every county in Alabama or Mississippi, and it does not mean every location will necessarily reach 29 degrees.
Temperatures Could Fall to 29 Degrees The National Weather Service warns that frost and freezing temperatures could damage or kill sensitive vegetation.
Gardens, outdoor potted plants and crops that remain vulnerable to cold weather could be affected.
Unprotected outdoor plumbing may also sustain damage if temperatures fall sufficiently low.
Residents should consider moving tender potted plants indoors, covering sensitive garden vegetation and taking appropriate precautions for exposed pipes.
The potential freeze is especially important for anyone who has not yet prepared outdoor plants for colder November temperatures.
Coldest Conditions Expected Early Saturday The watch period runs from midnight Friday night into Saturday through 8 a.m. CST.
That gives residents Friday afternoon and evening to complete preparations before temperatures reach their lowest levels.
A Freeze Watch means freezing conditions are possible, but a freeze has not yet been confirmed.
The National Weather Service may upgrade the watch to a Freeze Warning if confidence increases.
Residents should monitor forecast updates Friday and avoid waiting until Saturday morning to protect vulnerable plants.