Mississippi – Thick humidity and hazy skies are giving way to a more active setup, with rain and thunderstorms set to build quickly across central Mississippi by late Saturday, threatening evening travel with steady downpours and reduced visibility.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, scattered showers will begin developing after midday Saturday, with storm coverage increasing into the evening and peaking overnight with a 90% chance of rain. Rainfall totals may reach between a quarter and one inch, with locally higher amounts in stronger cells.
In Jackson and along I-55 and I-20, drivers should expect slick pavement and brief visibility drops as heavier showers move through. Conditions may change quickly after sunset, especially where lightning-producing storms develop. Keep headlights on and allow extra time for travel.
Saturday starts warm, with highs climbing into the low 80s before rain-cooled air settles in. Winds stay light, but shifting northwest by Sunday will bring noticeably cooler and drier air into the region.
By Sunday, only a slight chance of early showers lingers before skies begin to clear. Highs fall back to near 70°F, offering a calmer end to the weekend. Into early next week, sunshine returns with comfortable spring temperatures and lower humidity.
Five Day Forecast for Jackson, Mississippi:
Saturday: Showers and storms developing, high near 83°F
Sunday: Slight early showers, then partly sunny, high near 70°F
Monday: Partly sunny, high near 69°F
Tuesday: Sunny, high near 72°F
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 76°F
