First Alert Forecast: Staying warm and still searching for rain

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Rest of this week: We will say goodbye to the autumn weather as we warm up to the 80s for the rest of the week. Rain remains out of the forecast as this dry spell persists and worsens drought conditions. With the drier weather, limited wildfire danger will continue to be an issue over the next several days.

Temperatures gradually warm through Friday

Clear skies and comfortable temperatures are sticking around across South Mississippi through the next several days. Afternoon highs will stay in the upper 70s to low 80s through Friday, with cooler mornings in the low and mid 50s. By the weekend, temperatures will dip a bit as winds pick up...

Dry October skies continue with low humidity and cool mornings

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A quiet stretch of weather continues, but as the week continues to get warmer and stay dry, fire concerns grow. High pressure is anchored well to our north, and a ridge building over the western Gulf is about to slide west, setting up deep northwest flow by Wednesday. That means sunshine, light winds and virtually no chance of rain through the rest of the week.

Central Mississippi Weather: Sunny, 80° Weekend Oct. 24-25

Jackson and central Mississippi face another stretch of 80-degree afternoons before a slight weekend cooldown.

Jackson fire spreads to trees amid dry, windy conditions

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) — A shed-type structure behind a home on Valley Street caught fire Sunday afternoon, burning to ruins. Strong wind gusts carried flames to nearby trees, which also caught fire. Neighbors on scene told 3 On Your Side no one was hurt. They said they were unsure...

Mississippi Winter Outlook 2026-27: Jackson Snow, Rain Chances

Jackson, Hattiesburg, Gulfport and Southaven could see wetter conditions during the coming months.

South Mississippi counties under red flag warning for burning

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) — Thirty-four counties across Mississippi are under an official burn ban, according to the Mississippi Forestry Commission. The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for Harrison, Hancock, Jackson, George, Stone and Pearl River counties, meaning high winds and dry conditions can fuel wildfires. Fire departments in Pass Christian and Bay St. Louis are also asking residents to hold off on any outdoor burning this weekend.

Jackson, MS Fire Danger Alert This Week: Dry Conditions Raise Risk Oct 18-22

Low humidity and dry vegetation increase wildfire concerns across much of Mississippi this week.

First Alert Forecast: Fall-like days coming to an end

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Today: The fall-like weather continues for another day! Lows this morning will be in the upper 40s and low 50s so don’t forget the jacket before you head out the door! We will warm up slightly this afternoon but remain seasonal topping out in the upper 70s. Humidity remains low, allowing temperatures to cool down quickly back to the 50s overnight.

Mississippi Red Flag Warning Today: Wildfires Could Spread Rapidly Oct 17

Dangerous winds, low humidity and extremely dry vegetation create significant wildfire concerns across Mississippi today.

Strong Cold Front Brings 30 to 40 MPH Wind Gusts to Tuscaloosa, Jackson, Montgomery, and Mobile Friday Afternoon Through Saturday Before Calmer Evening

ALABAMA — A strong fall cold front will bring windy conditions across the Southeast starting Friday afternoon, October 16. Wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph are expected across much of Alabama and Mississippi as the front moves through. Gusts will keep going into early Saturday afternoon before settling down Saturday evening. The windy stretch begins when the cold front reaches each area.

Cold front expected to drop Mississippi temperatures this weekend

Bundle up, Mississippi. Chilly weather is on the way. Fall is here , but with high temperatures in the 90s in recent weeks and mosquitoes buzzing around in the evenings, it hasn't really felt like it. That's about to change, though. According to the National Weather Service, temperatures in Mississippi are about to take a significant drop as a cold front is expected to move through the area, paving the way for cooler northern air. In Jackson, expect to wake up to temperatures in the low 50s on Saturday, Oct. 17, and on Sunday morning, expect a low in the upper 40s. The same is expected on Saturday and Sunday mornings in Hattiesburg. In Oxford and Starkville, temperatures will be even chillier. In Oxford and Starkville, low temperatures are forecast to be in the upper 40s on Saturday morning and low 40s on Sunday and Monday mornings. The Mississippi Coast will get its first taste of fall as well with lows in Biloxi in the 50s through the weekend. Daytime high temperatures will also be quite cooler with temperatures topping out in the 60s and 70s throughout Mississippi over the weekend. Along with cooler weather, the front is expected to

Central Mississippi Weather Alert: Fire Danger Before 89° Heat Oct 17-22

A Saturday Fire Weather Watch follows Friday's Red Flag Warning across Mississippi and neighboring states.

A strong cold front is expected on Friday!

PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - Happy Monday, Pine Belt!. This week is going to be dry and rather hot at times. Highs will be in the lower 90s this afternoon through Thursday. By Friday, a strong cold front is expected to sweep through the area with highs Friday around 90 but falling into the lower 80s.

Arkansas-Louisiana-Mississippi Fire Weather Watch: 35 MPH Gusts Friday, Oct 16

Jackson faces gusts near 30 mph Friday as fire danger spreads across parts of three states.

First Alert Weather Day: Strong storms Wednesday

Central Mississippi Fire Danger Oct. 13-17: 35 MPH Gusts Expected Friday

Dry conditions raise wildfire concerns through the week as stronger winds arrive Friday.

First Alert Forecast: Warming up again, but cooler conditions are in sight!

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Today: Low humidity this morning makes it feel more fall-like as we start in the low 60s. However, the afternoon will be a bit of a different story as afternoon highs top out in the mid 90s. We stay dry with overnight lows falling back to the low 60s.

Missouri Task Force 1 placed on ‘alert’ ahead of Hurricane Isaias

Missouri Task Force 1, the state's FEMA urban search and rescue team, has been placed on "alert" ahead of Hurricane Isaias's expected landfall in the U.S. Gulf Coast Friday evening.

Road closures across South Mississippi

SOUTH MISSISSIPPI (WLOX) — Several roads are closed across South Mississippi Friday due to wind and coastal flooding from Hurricane Isaias, which is projected to hit the Gulf Coast Friday night. HANCOCK COUNTY. 3:00 p.m. Texas St., Bay St. Louis. N Beach Blvd. between Burnett St. and Paradise Dr.,...