Mississippi – Frost coats rooftops and car windows across central Mississippi as biting air settles in early. Breath hangs visible, and sidewalks feel stiff underfoot. This is the kind of cold that seeps through gloves and turns routine errands into quick trips.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, a Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect through midday, with wind chills dropping as low as 3 degrees. Morning lows sit in the teens across much of central and northern Mississippi, creating dangerous conditions for anyone outdoors too long.
Jackson starts the day near 16 degrees under mostly cloudy skies. Roads are dry, but any lingering moisture can freeze quickly. Drivers should watch bridges, overpasses, and shaded streets, especially during the early commute. Exposed pipes and sprinkler systems also remain at risk as the freeze holds.
Temperatures recover later today, reaching the low 40s by afternoon. That rebound will feel dramatic, but it introduces another hazard. Melted frost and ice may refreeze tonight as lows dip back into the mid-20s. Flash freezing remains a concern in parking lots and on untreated roads.
Relief arrives quickly after that. Monday turns sunny and mild, with highs near 60. By Tuesday, temperatures surge into the 60s, and showers become likely by afternoon and evening. That wet pattern continues into Tuesday night, followed by cooler but calmer weather midweek.
On a national scale, arctic air still grips the eastern U.S., while the Southeast warms sharply. That clash has driven dangerous cold across the region, where dozens of cold-related deaths have been reported in recent weeks.
Dress in layers this morning, protect pets, and check on vulnerable neighbors. Limit time outside until temperatures rise.
Five-Day Outlook for Jackson, Mississippi
Monday: Sunny, high near 60
Tuesday: Showers likely, high near 63
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 48
Thursday: Sunny, high near 47
Friday: Sunny, high near 63
