Jackson, Miss. – Unseasonably warm air will dominate central Mississippi through the weekend, with highs climbing into the mid-to-upper 80s and breezy afternoons bringing gusts up to 20 mph. Outdoor events and football games will enjoy plenty of sunshine, though residents should prepare for an abrupt change early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, Friday through Sunday will stay mostly sunny, with daily highs around 85 to 87 degrees and nighttime lows in the mid-to-upper 60s. Winds from the east will occasionally gust, making for dry but breezy afternoons. Conditions remain ideal for outdoor plans, but the heat is running several degrees above normal for early October.
By Monday, a weak disturbance sliding across the region will bring a 20 percent chance of showers after midday. Spotty rainfall is possible across Hinds, Rankin, and Madison counties, though no widespread soaking rain is expected. Another round of light showers is possible Tuesday afternoon, when highs will again top out near 88 degrees.
Travelers along I-20 and I-55 will face mostly clear driving conditions through the weekend, but reduced visibility from sun glare may impact eastbound commutes. Outdoor workers and athletes should take precautions in the heat, staying hydrated and using shade breaks. Though nights remain mild, residents are urged to continue protecting pets and plants from the lingering warmth, as cooler conditions are not expected until mid-October.
Central Mississippi will hold onto this extended stretch of warmth and dry weather before spotty showers return Monday into Tuesday, briefly breaking the sunny pattern.
Five-Day Forecast for Jackson, MS:
Fri: 85/65 – Sunny; breezy with gusts up to 20 mph.
Sat: 87/67 – Sunny, hot for October; east winds gusting 20 mph.
Sun: 87/69 – Mostly sunny; warm and breezy.
Mon: 85/68 – Partly sunny; 20% chance of afternoon showers.
Tue: 88/68 – Mostly sunny; isolated showers possible after 1 p.m.
