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Mississippi Weather Nov 3: 60 MPH Winds, Tornado Risk in Jackson
Jackson, MS – Residents across western and portions of central Mississippi should prepare for&…
By Mara Ellison · 2026-11-03T10:22:59.781Z
Jackson, MS – Residents across western and portions of central Mississippi should prepare for potentially dangerous thunderstorms Tuesday afternoon and evening, Nov. 3, as a line of storms moves across the region with damaging winds, a possible tornado threat and heavy rainfall.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, isolated severe thunderstorms could develop later Tuesday, with wind gusts reaching 60 mph and a few tornadoes possible as the system advances eastward.
Severe Storms Expected Tuesday Afternoon and Evening Forecasters have placed portions of western Mississippi under a marginal severe weather risk, Level 1 of 5, indicating isolated severe thunderstorms are possible.
Communities including Greenville, Greenwood, Yazoo City, Vicksburg, Natchez and surrounding areas are within the broader threat region.
The National Weather Service identifies damaging straight line winds as the primary severe weather concern. However, forecasters caution that a few tornadoes cannot be ruled out.
Storms are expected to begin affecting western portions of the forecast area around 4 p.m. Tuesday, progressing eastward through the evening and overnight hours.
The latest forecast graphic indicates the severe weather threat could continue into approximately 3 a.m. Wednesday.
Flash Flooding Possible Through Early Wednesday In addition to damaging winds, heavy rainfall could produce localized flash flooding, particularly in low lying and urban areas.
A Level 1 limited flash flood threat extends into portions of western Mississippi, with the primary concern lasting from 4 p.m. Tuesday until 4 a.m. Wednesday.
Drivers should avoid flooded roads and never attempt to cross water covering a roadway.
Residents are encouraged to secure loose outdoor objects, review emergency shelter plans and ensure they have multiple reliable ways to receive weather warnings overnight.
Because storms may arrive after dark, keeping wireless emergency alerts enabled and having a weather radio available could provide important warning time.
The National Weather Service advises residents to monitor forecast updates as the storm system moves across Mississippi Tuesday evening and early Wednesday.