Jackson, Mississippi – Temperatures across Mississippi and parts of northeast Louisiana could feel as hot as 110°F Friday, with a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. CDT. Residents are urged to limit outdoor activity and stay hydrated as oppressive humidity combines with near-record highs.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, areas under the advisory include central, south-central, and northeast Mississippi, as well as several parishes in Louisiana. Cities affected include Jackson, Meridian, Starkville, Vicksburg, and Natchez. Heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and stroke are possible, particularly for vulnerable populations and outdoor workers.
In Jackson, the actual high is expected to reach 92°F, with afternoon storms offering brief but limited relief. Winds will remain calm, making it harder for the body to cool naturally. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends frequent shaded breaks for those working outside, especially during peak heat hours.
Conditions remain dangerously hot into the weekend, with Saturday and Monday both expected to top 90°F. Scattered thunderstorms may provide minor cooling but bring flash flood risks in isolated areas.
The heat advisory remains in effect until 8 p.m. CDT. Additional advisories may follow as high temperatures persist into early next week.
🌤 FIVE-DAY OUTLOOK: Jackson, MS
- Friday: High 92°F | Heat index up to 105 | PM storms likely
- Saturday: High 89°F | Scattered storms, mostly PM
- Sunday: High 91°F | Mostly sunny with isolated storms late
- Monday: High 92°F | Mostly sunny, slight storm chance
- Tuesday: High 91°F | Mostly sunny and dry
