Low clouds press close to the ground over Jackson, their edges glowing faintly under streetlights as steady rain falls before dawn. The air feels heavy and damp — a chilly, soaking start to early December.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, widespread rain and pockets of fog are expected to persist through today and into Friday morning. Rain chances stay near 100%, with most areas picking up a quarter to a half inch of precipitation by evening. Visibility could drop below one mile at times, especially on I-20, I-55, and local rural routes.
While temperatures remain mild — around 49°F during the day and near 40°F tonight — the combination of steady rain and low clouds will keep conditions dreary and travel slow. Friday brings some brief drying periods but still carries a 30% chance of lingering showers.
Heading into Saturday, light rain may return before skies begin to clear late in the day. Highs will climb slightly, reaching the mid-50s, before another weak front approaches Sunday. Drivers should anticipate slick pavement and occasional ponding in low-lying areas through the weekend.
Looking further ahead, long-range models hint at a pattern shift by December 11–17, with cooler air and potential frost returning across the Deep South — a reminder that winter’s chill isn’t far behind.
Five-Day Outlook (Jackson, MS):
- Thursday: Rain likely, high 49°F, low 39°F.
- Friday: Showers tapering, high 49°F, low 40°F.
- Saturday: Cloudy with rain chances, high 56°F, low 46°F.
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy, high 63°F, low 38°F.
- Monday: Clearer skies, cooler, high 53°F.
