Monitoring storm threats through Monday across Central Mississippi
Today – Saturday, June 7
Central Mississippi kicks off a 3-day stretch of volatile weather, especially for areas north of I-20, currently under a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for isolated strong storms. These storms could produce gusty winds and brief downpours, but widespread rainfall is not expected. Most areas should remain relatively dry, though local disruptions are possible under stronger cells.
Saturday – June 8
Conditions will begin to deteriorate Saturday, though morning and early afternoon periods should stay mostly dry, aside from a few passing showers. However, by late afternoon into evening, the risk increases, and the Storm Prediction Center has issued a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for the period spanning Saturday morning through Sunday afternoon. Key concerns include damaging winds and large hail, with the potential for scattered severe thunderstorms especially as a frontal boundary drifts across the region.
Sunday – June 9
The threat continues Sunday, with heavy rain and storm clusters likely, particularly through midday and early evening. While tornado risk remains low, the environment remains favorable for localized severe storms, particularly in urban corridors like Jackson and surrounding communities. Flash flooding will be a concern in low-lying and poorly drained areas, especially if multiple rounds of storms pass over the same zones.
Temperatures and summer setup
Daytime highs are steadily rising, reaching the upper 80s to low 90s Fahrenheit (31–34°C) across Central Mississippi. This classic summer setup is reinforced by surging humidity, making it feel even warmer. The heat index could easily climb into the mid-90s Fahrenheit (35°C and above), contributing to an increasingly muggy, oppressive atmosphere, especially in non-shaded, urban areas.
Tropics remain quiet – for now
In the Gulf and Atlantic basins, no tropical development is expected over the weekend. Despite the current calm, the Atlantic hurricane season has officially begun, and conditions can change rapidly in the coming weeks. Meteorologists are keeping a close watch on evolving systems.
Stay weather-aware as this unsettled pattern unfolds across Central Mississippi, especially through Sunday afternoon.
