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Central Mississippi Weather: 86°F Highs Continue Through Sunday Oct 25
Jackson, MS – Central Mississippi residents can expect a significant warming trend this week, with temperatures climbing into the middle 80s and remaining there through Sunday. Jackson is forecast to
By Grant Holloway · 2026-10-19T10:10:40.596Z
Jackson, MS – Central Mississippi residents can expect a significant warming trend this week, with temperatures climbing into the middle 80s and remaining there through Sunday. Jackson is forecast to reach 86 degrees Thursday, Friday and Sunday, with Saturday only slightly cooler at 85 degrees.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, the forecast for an area approximately two miles southeast of the city shows temperatures rising from 77 degrees Monday to 86 degrees Thursday. Sunshine is expected throughout the seven day period, with no rainfall currently forecast.
Jackson temperatures climb toward 86 degrees Monday brings sunny skies and a high near 77 degrees, with east northeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday turns warmer, reaching approximately 82 degrees under sunny skies.
Wednesday continues the warming trend, with sunshine and a high near 85 degrees.
By Thursday, temperatures are expected to reach 86 degrees, representing a 9 degree increase from Monday's forecast high.
Friday remains sunny, with another high near 86 degrees.
Overnight temperatures stay considerably cooler, including lows near 49 degrees Monday night, 48 Tuesday night and 50 Wednesday night.
Thursday night's low is forecast near 51 degrees, followed by approximately 52 degrees Friday night.
Warm, dry weekend ahead across Central Mississippi Saturday brings another sunny afternoon, with temperatures reaching approximately 85 degrees.
Sunday remains sunny, with a high near 86 degrees.
For residents across Jackson, Hinds County and the greater Central Mississippi region, the extended dry stretch could provide favorable conditions for outdoor activities, weekend events and travel.
The supplied forecast does not indicate showers, thunderstorms or significant weather hazards through Sunday.
Despite the warmer afternoons, overnight temperatures in the upper 40s and lower 50s will maintain a noticeable difference between daytime and nighttime conditions.
Residents should continue monitoring National Weather Service forecasts as the final week of October approaches.