Jackson, Miss. – Summer-like heat will take over Mississippi this week as temperatures rebound into the 90s and rain chances remain scarce. After a brief cool spell, much of the state will see daytime highs climb back toward the mid-to-upper 90s by midweek, raising concerns for outdoor workers and afternoon travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, temperatures will steadily rise beginning Tuesday, with highs in Greenwood, Vicksburg, and Meridian pushing 94 to 96 degrees by Thursday. Hattiesburg and Natchez may reach 92 to 93 degrees through the weekend. Overnight lows will hover in the mid-60s, offering limited relief from daytime heat.
The agency notes a slim chance for stray storms in southern Mississippi Tuesday, with Hattiesburg carrying a 15% chance of rain. Otherwise, most of the state will remain dry, with zero percent precipitation probabilities across central and northern counties through Sunday.
Residents should stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours, and check on vulnerable neighbors as heat builds. With no significant rain expected, dry soils could add stress to crops and lawns.
Conditions will remain hot through the weekend, with the next meaningful rain chances unlikely until early next week.
Five Day Forecast for Jackson, MS
- Monday: High 84°, Low 59°, mostly sunny
- Tuesday: High 89°, Low 62°, sunny
- Wednesday: High 92°, Low 66°, hot and dry
- Thursday: High 94°, Low 66°, mostly sunny
- Friday: High 94°, Low 67°, hot with clear skies
