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Mississippi Freeze Warning Tonight: 28°F Lows for 2 Nights Nov 14-15
JACKSON, MS – Residents across large portions of Mississippi are facing two consecutive nights of freezing temperatures this weekend, with lows expected to fall to 28 degrees and potentially damage se
By Wesley Grant · 2026-11-13T08:54:50.604Z
JACKSON, MS – Residents across large portions of Mississippi are facing two consecutive nights of freezing temperatures this weekend, with lows expected to fall to 28 degrees and potentially damage sensitive plants, crops and exposed outdoor plumbing.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, freeze warnings remain in effect from midnight Friday night until 8 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, and again from midnight Saturday night until 8 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 15.
The warnings cover 31 counties across central, east central, north central, northeastern, northwestern and west central Mississippi.
Major communities included in the affected area are Jackson, Pearl, Brandon, Madison, Ridgeland, Meridian, Starkville, Columbus, Greenville, Greenwood, Cleveland, Grenada, Yazoo City, Philadelphia and Louisville.
Forecasters expect temperatures as low as 28 degrees during both overnight periods , bringing several hours of potentially damaging cold to affected communities.
The National Weather Service warns that frost and freezing conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. Unprotected outdoor plumbing may also sustain damage if precautions are not taken.
Residents are encouraged to protect vulnerable plants before temperatures fall Friday night.
Potted plants should be brought indoors when possible, while sensitive outdoor vegetation can be covered to help limit exposure to freezing conditions.
To help prevent water pipes from freezing, the weather service recommends wrapping exposed pipes, draining vulnerable water lines or allowing faucets to drip slowly where appropriate.
The cold weather could be particularly concerning for gardeners, agricultural operations and homeowners with exposed outdoor plumbing.
Both freeze warnings are scheduled to expire at 8 a.m. on their respective mornings , although temperatures and frost conditions may vary by location.
Residents across the affected counties should monitor updated forecasts and complete necessary cold weather preparations before Friday evening.