Mississippi Weather Alert: Rain Builds Saturday as December Cold Snap Looms

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Jackson, MS – Gray skies and a damp breeze are set to roll across central Mississippi this weekend, signaling a noticeable shift toward colder, wetter weather as post-Thanksgiving travel ramps up. Umbrellas and jackets will be smart companions Saturday as a developing system pushes showers into the region by late afternoon.

According to the National Weather Service, Saturday’s high will climb to around 60°F before a line of showers moves through the Jackson metro area. Rain chances increase after sunset, with 60–90% odds of showers Saturday night and scattered thunderstorms possible into early Sunday. Roads may turn slick, and localized ponding could slow travelers returning north on I-55 or east along I-20 late in the day…

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