Mississippi starts the morning wrapped in damp air, with headlights glowing through pockets of fog and low clouds hovering above quiet streets. It feels calm now, but changes are lining up fast.
Across central Mississippi, patchy dense fog lingers early today, especially near low-lying roads and river valleys. Visibility may drop quickly on I-20, I-55, and Highway 49, making the morning commute slower than usual. Drivers should allow extra space and use low beams through mid-morning.
Once fog lifts, a remarkably warm pattern takes over. Afternoon temperatures climb into the mid to upper 70s, well above late-December averages. Saturday stays warm and dry, with clouds thinning and a springlike feel settling in. For now, outdoor plans and holiday travel benefit from quiet weather.
Sunday brings the next shift. Clouds increase during the day, and showers develop late, mainly Sunday night. While widespread severe weather is not expected, a few heavier downpours are possible. Winds may turn gusty as the system moves through, especially after sunset. Travelers returning home Sunday evening should monitor conditions closely.
Behind the rain, cooler air slides in early next week. Highs fall back into the 50s by Monday, with overnight lows dropping into the mid-20s by early Tuesday. While snow or ice is not expected locally, the sharp temperature drop may feel abrupt after the weekend warmth.
Looking ahead to New Year’s Week 2026, conditions appear quieter but cooler, with seasonable afternoons and chilly mornings. It’s a classic late-December transition that can catch people off guard after days of near-record warmth.
Plan morning travel carefully today, enjoy the warm weekend responsibly, and stay weather-aware late Sunday into Monday.
Traveling this weekend or heading out for New Year’s plans? Share what conditions look like in your neighborhood.
Five-Day Outlook for Jackson, Mississippi
- Today: Fog early, then mostly sunny, high near 76
- Saturday: Partly sunny and warm, high near 77
- Sunday: Increasing clouds, late showers, high near 78
- Monday: Cooler, breezy, high near 57
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, cooler, high near 43
