Mississippi wakes to damp pavement and a sharp edge in the air, the kind that signals trouble before it fully arrives. Rain lingers early, but colder air presses south, setting the stage for ice and a sudden winter turn that could reshape travel and daily routines fast.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, an Ice Storm Warning is in effect through Sunday evening for central Mississippi, including the Jackson metro. Ice accumulations up to three-quarters of an inch are possible in spots, with sleet mixing in at times. An Extreme Cold Watch follows from Sunday evening through Tuesday morning as Arctic air deepens across the region.
Across the state, impacts stretch beyond slick roads. Ice-coated trees and power lines may snap under added weight, increasing the risk of outages. Travel could become dangerous or even impossible as surfaces glaze over. Officials urge residents to delay travel if possible and prepare for potential power interruptions.
In Jackson, rain changes to freezing rain and sleet as temperatures fall into the upper 20s. Bridges and overpasses ice first, especially after precipitation tapers and temperatures keep dropping. Flash freezing becomes a concern as standing water hardens quickly. Drivers should slow down, avoid sudden braking, and keep extra distance.
Cold intensifies after the ice. Wind chills may fall near or below zero early next week, raising concerns for exposed skin, pets, and vulnerable residents. Pipes may freeze without protection. Layers, gloves, and limiting time outdoors will matter.
Conditions slowly improve midweek as temperatures rebound, but winter impacts linger. More advisories could be issued as the system evolves. Are roads icing where you are? Let us know what you’re seeing.
Five-Day Outlook for Jackson, Mississippi
• Today: Showers early, turning icy; high near 42
• Sunday: Rain changing to freezing rain/sleet; high near 34
• Monday: Mostly sunny, very cold; high near 28
• Tuesday: Sunny but cold; high near 39
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny; high near 41
