Jackson, Mississippi – Rain chances are ramping up across Mississippi, with storm coverage increasing sharply by Thursday afternoon and threatening to disrupt travel before the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, scattered showers early in the week will give way to more widespread rainfall and thunderstorms beginning Thursday, with probabilities climbing to 60 to 70 percent across central and southern parts of the state. The heaviest activity is expected Thursday into Friday, with repeated rounds of rain impacting major corridors including I-55, I-20, and U.S. 49.
Cities such as Jackson, Hattiesburg, Meridian, and Vicksburg could see multiple periods of rainfall, raising concerns for localized ponding on roadways and reduced visibility during peak travel times. Afternoon and evening hours carry the highest likelihood for storms, especially as daytime heating adds instability.
By Saturday into Sunday, another system may bring a renewed round of stronger thunderstorms, though details on severity remain uncertain. Emergency managers urge residents to monitor updates and avoid driving through water-covered roads.
Use the early-week dry windows to prepare, including checking drainage areas and planning for slower commutes late week. Additional advisories are likely as storm timing becomes clearer.
