Jackson, MS – Mississippi residents can enjoy sunny and calm conditions early this week, but rain showers and cooler temperatures loom ahead. Travelers along I-20 should prepare for potential wet roads by Wednesday night into Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service, today’s high will reach 59 degrees with patchy morning fog clearing by 8 a.m. Calm winds will give way to a clear and cool evening with lows dipping to 32 degrees. Sunny skies return Tuesday with highs near 52, but temperatures will again drop to 32 degrees overnight.
Wednesday brings increasing clouds and highs near 60, with a 20% chance of rain by afternoon. A stronger system arrives late Wednesday night, with an 80% chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms after midnight. Rainfall totals could exceed 0.5 inches, potentially affecting early Thursday commutes along major roadways like I-20.
Showers linger Thursday morning with highs near 59, followed by partly cloudy skies in the afternoon. Overnight temperatures will drop to 32 degrees, keeping conditions crisp heading into Friday. Expect a partly sunny day Friday with highs near 50 and light northeast winds.
Drivers are urged to check road conditions and ensure vehicles are prepared for wet weather midweek. Stay tuned to local updates for timing changes or potential severe weather risks.
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