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Sunshine and 70s Thursday, but a frosty weekend is possible on the Mississippi Coast

If you’ve been looking for a chance to get outside, this afternoon looks hard to top before things turn chillier. A few morning clouds will give way to more sunshine today as a cold front moves through. The air will feel drier, and a breeze may pick up, but temperatures should still reach the mild 70s this afternoon. It’s a great chance for a walk, a trip to the park or a little yardwork before chillier air settles in. The UV index is moderate, but you can still get a sunburn, so keep sunscreen handy if you’ll be outside for a while. COOLER FRIDAY... Today’s mild air won’t stick around for long. By tomorrow morning, temperatures will drop into the chilly 40s. A light breeze could make it feel closer to 40 degrees, with wind chills in the upper 30s in a few isolated spots. A sweater will be handy for tomorrow morning’s commute or school drop-off. Tomorrow afternoon will stay below 70 degrees across the area, though a few spots near Gulfport and Biloxi could come close. FROST POSSIBLE SATURDAY MORNING... The chill gets a little more noticeable Friday night into Saturday morning when much of South Mississippi will drop into the 30s. Frost is possible, especially where temperatures reach the mid-30s or colder. If you have cold-sensitive plants, keep an eye on the forecast and be ready to cover them or bring them inside Friday night. Frost isn’t a guarantee everywhere, but it’s worth planning ahead. Saturday afternoon won’t offer much of a warm-up in some spots, with temperatures struggling to get above 60 degrees. In other words, the weekend will feel a whole lot more like December than November. BOTTOM LINE... Enjoy Thursday’s sunshine and mild temperatures, then get ready for a cooler Friday and the possibility of frost Saturday morning. Stay with the WLOX First Alert Weather team for updates.

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Sunshine now, frost possible later: A chilly weekend ahead for Coastal Mississippi

Most of the area is waking up to temperatures in the 40s, with a few spots near the water running a little milder. Friday is looking like a nice and sunny day to get outside. Afternoon temperatures will only be in the mid to upper 60s. So keep a light jacket handy if you’re spending time outdoors. It will also be dry and breezy. That’s not a great combination when it comes to wildfire danger, so check for burn bans in your area and follow any restrictions before burning outdoors. COLD MORNINGS AHEAD... Temps will fall through the 40s Friday evening and into the 30s overnight. If conditions allow, frost will be possible early Saturday, especially in places away from the moderating influence of larger bodies of water. If your car is parked outside, give yourself a few extra minutes in case you need to clear the windshield. Saturday afternoon will be cooler than Friday, with temperatures reaching the lower 60s. That still leaves a nice window for outdoor plans — just dress for a chilly start and a cool finish. MONDAY SHOWER CHANCES... Make the most of the weekend sunshine if you can. A system moving across the Gulf could bring a few showers to the Mississippi Coast Monday, mainly during the afternoon, evening and overnight hours. Most of the rain is expected to stay south of the shoreline, but keep an umbrella handy if you’ll be out. Clouds and nearby showers could also keep some locations from reaching 60 degrees Monday. We’ll keep an eye on the timing and pass along any changes.

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