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Mississippi Weather Nov. 3: Jackson Faces 80% Rain Chance After Warm Weekend
JACKSON, MS – Central Mississippi residents can expect a warm start to November, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s and lower 80s before multiple rounds of showers and possible thunderstorms bri
By Erin Vale · 2026-10-31T09:43:31.375Z
JACKSON, MS – Central Mississippi residents can expect a warm start to November, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s and lower 80s before multiple rounds of showers and possible thunderstorms bring an 80% chance of rain to Jackson Tuesday night, Nov. 3.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, rain chances increase Saturday night, Oct. 31, and remain elevated Sunday before another period of unsettled weather develops early next week.
Halloween brings mostly cloudy skies and a high near 81 degrees. A slight chance of showers develops after 5 p.m., with precipitation chances around 10%.
Saturday night brings a greater chance of rain, with showers and thunderstorms likely mainly before 4 a.m. The chance of precipitation rises to 70%, with overnight temperatures near 64 degrees.
Rainfall amounts between one quarter and one half inch are possible Saturday night.
Mississippi Weather: Sunday Showers Remain Likely Sunday, Nov. 1, brings another opportunity for showers and thunderstorms, with rain becoming likely after 3 p.m.
The National Weather Service places Sunday's precipitation probability at 60%, with a high near 76 degrees and east southeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday night brings a 30% chance of showers before 7 p.m., followed by mostly cloudy skies and temperatures near 61 degrees.
Monday, Nov. 2, offers a temporary break from the rain, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 79 degrees.
Jackson Rain Chances Climb Tuesday Night Tuesday, Nov. 3, brings a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m., with temperatures climbing to around 81 degrees. Wind gusts could reach 25 mph.
Rain becomes more likely Tuesday night, with an 80% chance of precipitation. Showers and a possible thunderstorm are forecast before 1 a.m., followed by additional showers.
Wednesday brings a 40% chance of showers and a high near 77 degrees.
Thanksgiving Weather Remains Uncertain The early November rain pattern comes as Mississippi residents begin planning for Thanksgiving, although the available forecast does not extend to the Nov. 26 holiday.
Thursday and Friday offer drier conditions, with highs near 76 and 75 degrees, respectively.
For Jackson, the main periods to monitor are Saturday night, Sunday afternoon and Tuesday night, when rain chances are highest and thunderstorms remain possible.