Mississippi Weather Forecast
Mississippi weather: 79°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Mississippi
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Sep 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 93° / 69° | 0% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 93° / 71° | 13% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 🌧️ Rain | 92° / 72° | 37% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 91° / 74° | 70% · 0,5 in | 10 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 81° / 73° | 58% · 0,3 in | 7 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 86° / 68° | 31% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 64° | 7% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 65° | 10% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 81° / 62° | 3% | 10 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 81° / 64° | 5% | 11 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 71° / 67° | 22% · 0,4 in | 11 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 80° / 67° | 32% · 0,4 in | 14 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 67° | 24% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 63° | 23% | 9 mph | 6 |
The two-week trend
Cooling. The second half of the window averages 40°F cooler than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 83°F against a October normal of 80°F - 35°F above.
The next 7 days carry about 2.1 times a normal week's rain for October (0,9 in against 0,4 in).
What this means for Mississippi
Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 93°F is 13°F above the 80°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 69°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, May and June - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mississippi?
Mississippi is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 32.2988, -90.1848. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Mississippi right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 72% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mississippi?
July, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Mississippi, which has a temperate climate. January, May and June are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mississippi in?
Mississippi observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 12:31 AM.
How many people live in Mississippi?
Mississippi has a population of approximately 2.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Mississippi?
The closest airports are Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), 159 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Mississippi?
Popular options include French Quarter, Gulf State Park and Hot Springs National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 1, 2026 at 12:31 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
