Warm air settles in early across Mississippi, softening the first full week of winter and setting a calm tone for holiday travel. By mid-morning, sunshine reflects off dry pavement in Jackson, and jackets feel optional rather than required.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, clear skies and light south winds allow temperatures to climb into the mid-70s today. Calm conditions continue tonight, with lows dropping only into the mid-50s. That pattern holds through Christmas Day, keeping travel conditions quiet across central Mississippi.
Highs remain in the mid to upper 70s Wednesday and Christmas Day, running well above late-December averages. Drivers along I-55, I-20, and Highway 49 should expect dry roads and steady visibility through the holiday. For now, winter hazards stay absent, though cooler nights still create crisp mornings.
By Thursday and Friday, a bit more wind mixes in, with gusts near 20 mph at times. Even so, skies stay partly sunny, and highs push toward the upper 70s. That stretch favors smooth post-Christmas travel on Friday, especially for residents returning home or heading out for weekend plans.
Looking ahead, changes start to appear late in the weekend. Clouds increase Sunday, and a chance of showers enters the picture. Cooler air follows early next week, with highs falling back into the 40s by Monday. While no freeze is expected immediately, the shift serves as a reminder that winter patterns can return quickly after warm spells.
For now, enjoy the mild December weather, but keep an eye on the transition. Wet roads combined with cooler air next week could reintroduce slick spots. Traveling later this weekend? Let us know how conditions look where you are.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Jackson, Mississippi
- Today: Sunny, high near 75
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 76
- Christmas Day: Mostly sunny, high near 76
- Thursday: Partly cloudy, high near 77
- Friday: Partly sunny and breezy, high near 77
