JACKSON, Miss. – The air feels cool and still across central Mississippi this morning, with calm winds and a faint haze rising from damp lawns. It’s quiet now — but clouds are already building west of the state, a sign that unsettled weather is on the way. Those traveling back from the Thanksgiving holiday should expect slick roads and slower travel through Sunday as the pattern shifts.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, a light rain system will develop Saturday afternoon, bringing scattered showers through the evening. Winds will increase to 10–15 mph, with gusts near 20 mph in open areas. By Sunday, highs dip into the low 50s with lingering drizzle before drying out later in the day.
While this weekend’s rain won’t bring severe weather, wet pavement and limited visibility could affect travel along I-55 and Highway 49, especially during late-day commutes. Residents planning outdoor events or early Christmas shopping should keep umbrellas handy and allow extra time for slower-moving traffic.
Looking ahead, meteorologists are watching for a more pronounced early December pattern shift. Cooler, drier air is expected to push south by midweek, bringing lows into the upper 30s and the first real hint of a Southern winter chill. A stronger system next week could bring another round of rain and possible wintry weather to parts of the lower Mississippi Valley.
For now, plan for a wet weekend and a cooler start to December — a fitting transition as the South begins easing into winter mode.
Five-Day Outlook for Jackson, Mississippi
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 55°F.
Saturday: Rain showers likely, high 61°F.
Sunday: Chance of showers, high 53°F.
Monday: Showers possible, high 47°F.
Tuesday: Clearing skies, high 46°F, breezy north wind.
