JACKSON, Miss. – Sunshine and rising humidity will dominate the weekend across central Mississippi before scattered thunderstorms return early next week. Temperatures are expected to climb into the upper 80s Saturday and Sunday, marking one of the warmer stretches so far this fall.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, mostly sunny skies will persist through Sunday with east winds gusting up to 20 mph. A weak disturbance could spark isolated showers Sunday afternoon, but the higher rain chances arrive Monday as Gulf moisture deepens. Thunderstorms may develop after midday Monday, with a 40% chance of rain extending into Tuesday.
The storms could bring brief heavy downpours, gusty winds, and lightning, especially during the afternoon commute. Residents are advised to secure outdoor items and avoid flooded roadways if storms strengthen.
Conditions should gradually dry out by Wednesday, with mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 80s expected to close out the week.
Five-Day Forecast for Jackson, MS
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 87°F.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, slight chance of showers, high near 84°F.
- Monday: 40% chance of thunderstorms, high near 86°F.
- Tuesday: Isolated showers, high near 89°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 88°F.
