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Expect snow and cold in Mississippi. Here’s what the weather forecast calls for

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January 17, 2025

Expect snow and cold in Mississippi. Here’s what the weather forecast calls for

Many areas in Mississippi could get snow early next week, paired with days of subfreezing temperatures and some overnight lows in the teens, according to National Weather Service forecasts. Here’s what we know.

A system will bring rain and snow to many parts of the U.S. through the weekend, and it will push a blast of Artic air into the South that’s expected to stay for a few days into the middle of next week.

The NWS is calling for a major Arctic air outbreak that will affect the Great Plains to east of the Appalachian mountains and as far south as the Gulf of Mexico. Areas to the north can expect subzero temps. AccuWeather meteorologists said the air from Siberia will cause some of the coldest lows seen so far this winter.

Current predictions also call for rain Saturday. According to NWS forecasts, several parts of the state have a chance of snow on Monday and/or Tuesday. Some areas can expect the extended cold snap to bring overnight lows in the teens and daytime highs below freezing.

Are you ready for brutal cold in Mississippi? Prep your family, pets, house and vehicle ahead of time to stay warm and safe. AccuWeather warns that strong breezes, paired with the deep chill can cause drafts to get into crawl spaces and elevate the chance of pipes bursting.

When could it snow in Mississippi?

The National Weather Service is showing a chance of snow around the state in the next seven days, as of around 8 a.m. Friday.

Jackson: A 20% chance Monday night, followed by a 40% chance of snow on Tuesday and a 20% chance of snow Tuesday night.
Hattiesburg: A 20% chance of snow showers after midnight on Monday, a 50% chance of snow on Tuesday and a 20% chance of snow Tuesday night before midnight.
Greenwood: A 20% chance of snow showers Tuesday.
Columbus/West Point/Starkville: A 30% chance of snow after noon on Tuesday.
Gulfport: A chance of 20% chance of snow after midnight on Monday night, likely snow showers after noon on Tuesday and a chance of snow and freezing rain Tuesday night before midnight.
Oxford: No snow in current forecast.

What’s the weather forecast in Mississippi?

Most of Mississippi can expect temperatures below normal, leading to subfreezing but not subzero weather overnight in the coming week. Temps will stay lower than average through Jan. 30. Currently, precipitation chances are above average from Jan. 22-30.

In Southaven, AccuWeather forecasts call for a 40% chance of rain Saturday, when the high is expected to be 48, and the low is 27. Highs are expected to stay near or below freezing Sunday through Tuesday. Lows will dip into the teens on Sunday and Tuesday, and the high Monday is 28 degrees. Temps are set to climb into the 40s again, starting Thursday. Lows could stay subfreezing through Jan. 26. (The NWS forecast also does not call for snow at this time.)

According to AccuWeather, as of Jan. 17, the Jackson area can expect:

Jan. 17: High 61°F, low 52°F.
Jan. 18: High 65°F, low 31°F, 70% chance of rain in the morning.
Jan. 19: High 39°F, low 20°F.
Jan. 20: High 36°F, low 23°F.
Jan. 21: High 32°F, low 17°F, 30% chance of precipitation, including a bit of snow or flurries.
Jan. 22: High 41°F, low 23°F.
Jan. 23: High 45°F, low 31°F, 55% chance of rain in the afternoon.
Jan. 24: High 44°F, low 26°F, 81% chance of rain in the morning and afternoon.
Jan. 25: High 51°F, low 32°F, 75% chance of precipitation, including rain and sleet in the morning with rain in the afternoon.
Jan. 26: High 58°F, low 37°F.
Jan. 27: High 59°F, low 39°F.
Jan. 28: High 49°F, low 39°F, 70% chance of precipitation with rain in the afternoon.

Weather Channel forecasts for Jackson also calls for snow Tuesday.

In Hattiesburg, the 10-day AccuWeather forecast shows about a 70% chance of rain Saturday with a high of 73 degrees. For Sunday through Friday, highs will mostly drop into the 40s with a dip to 34 on Tuesday. There a low chance of snow or flurries on Monday. There’s a 35% chance of precipitation with snow and sleet Tuesday. Thursday has a 64% chance of precipitation and could have some icy mix in the rain. Lows will be in the 20s through at least Saturday, Jan. 25, with a possible dip to 19 degrees on Sunday and 17 Tuesday. Highs are expected to climb back in the 50s on Jan. 25; they day also has a 74% chance of rain and sleet. The high Sunday, Jan. 26, in the 60s.

Around Gulfport, AccuWeather forecasts call for about a 94% chance of rain and a thunderstorm with a high of 68 degrees on Saturday. Lows will be in the 20s Sunday through Wednesday. There’s a 35% chance of precipitation including snow, sleet and rain on Tuesday with a high of 36. Saturday, Jan. 25, has a 72% chance of rain, and the high is 55.

Why does it keep getting so cold?

According to the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research, which manages the U.S. National Science Foundation National Center for Atmospheric Research, polar air comes south sometimes where the polar jet stream wanders.

As they describe it, the polar vortex circles the north pole counterclockwise. the polar jet stream circles at a lower level of the atmosphere, which usually keeps Arctic air corralled in the middle.

When the polar vortex is weak, the jet stream pattern wanders around a bit instead of staying in place “like a toupee that goes askew.”

The scientists that make up UCAR say predicting the pattern is getting harder because the Arctic is warming at a rapid rate.

How can I prepare for extreme cold?

The National Weather Service has tips to protect your family, pets, home and more in extreme cold.

Family

Know your weather forecasts, be ready in case of power outages.
Limit time outside in the cold. Early morning is the coldest, and kids might need to wait for the school bus somewhere warmer than usual.
Dress for winter weather, including layers to keep out the wind and wet. Wear waterproof boots, a hat and gloves.
Get a kit together for your home and/or vehicle.
Don’t stay in wet clothes, stay warm and dry.
Check on elderly relatives, friends and neighbors.

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House

Insulate pipes.
Drip water and open cabinet doors to let pipes get warm air circulation.
Turn off sprinklers, and disconnect hoses. Insulate outside taps and pipes.
Winterize the home, like checking your chimney, clearing gutters. Insulate windows and attics if possible. If there are gaps around blankets or doors you can’t fill, cover them with blankets or towels.
Install/check smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
If you have a generator or plan to use one, make sure it’s set up to run safely to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Don’t run it in the house or near air intake for the residence.
Use space heaters safely: don’t leave them unattended and be sure there’s a 3-foot space away from flammable objects like curtains or furniture.
Close unused rooms to keep from wasting heat.

Car

Make sure your vehicles have at least half a tank of gas so you can stay warm if stranded.
Have an emergency kit ready in your car if you have to travel in cold weather.

Pets

If pets can come into the home or another shelter, bring them in.
If animals, like livestock, can’t come inside, try to provide shelter and make sure their water isn’t frozen over regularly.

What should I have in my emergency kit?

According to the NWS, people should have the following in emergency kits for their homes and vehicles.

To be ready for emergencies have:

Flashlights with fresh batteries.
Spare batteries.
First aid kit and any medicines or medical supplies you need.
Backup clothes for winter weather.
Baby gear.
Food that’s non-perishable and/or will not have to be cooked if you lose power. If you pack canned good, be sure you have a manual can opener.
Water (plan 1 gallon per person for 3 days).
Pet supplies (food and water).
A basic toolkit, including pliers, a wrench, and a screwdriver.
A radio.
Warmers.

Car kits need a lot of the same items and few others, including:

Jumper cables.
Cat litter or sand for tire traction.
Shovel.
Ice scraper.
Roadside emergency kit.
Blankets/sleeping bag.

How low can I set my thermostat?

The World Health Organization recommends a minimum temperature of 68 degrees for children, people with health problems and the elderly. WHO advises a range between 64 and 75 degrees for healthy people.

Thinking of going without heat and powering through with warm winter layers?

According to the CDC, hypothermia, or a dangerously low body temperature, usually happens in extreme cold but can happen in temperatures over 40 degrees if a person gets chilled from rain, sweat or cold water. A person can lose body heat faster than they generate more, leading to confusion and affecting their ability to move.

Babies sleeping in cold bedrooms can get hypothermia, as can elderly adults who don’t have enough food, clothes or heating.

Can I use my oven to heat my house?

No. Ovens aren’t made for space heating, making them inefficient for the job, which leads to increased fire risk.

Electric ovens don’t post a risk for carbon monoxide poisoning, but gas ovens do, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises against it.

Can I get help paying my power bill?

Mississippi Power has multiple programs to help people facing economic hardship, the elderly and people with disabilities pay their bills.

Call 228-701-0555 to talk to a Catholic Charities representative to find out if you’re eligible for Project SHARE. Or you can donate to help someone in your community.

Or you can call the Mississippi Power Customer Care Center at 800-532-1502 to find out about bill discounts for households that get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Temporary Aid to Needy Families (TANF).

January average temperatures in Mississippi

These are the average temperatures for the Jackson, Hattiesburg, Tupelo and Gulfport areas for 2020-24, according to data from the National Weather Service.

Jackson

2020: 50.9.
2021: 48.
2022: 45.4.
2023: 53.8.
2024: 44.5.

Hattiesburg

2020: 52.6.
2021: 49.7.
2022: 47.5.
2023: 55.8.
2024: 48.2.

Tupelo

2020: 48.6.
2021: 45.1.
2022: 42.
2023: 50.6.
2024: 39.5.

Gulfport

2020: 55.3.
2021: 51.7.
2022: 49.4.
2023: 58.2.

Bonnie Bolden is the Deep South Connect reporter for Mississippi with Gannett/USA Today. Email her at bbolden@gannett.com.

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George County High School senior killed in Highway 26 crash, MHP says

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April 19, 2026

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George County High School senior killed in Highway 26 crash, MHP says

GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) — A George County High School senior is dead after an SUV hit him while bicycling on Highway 26 Friday night.

Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) officials said at 8:15 p.m. the MHP responded to a fatal crash on Highway 26 in George County.

Those officials said a Ford SUV traveling west on Highway 26 collided with 18-year-old Tyree Bradley of McLain, Mississippi, who was bicycling.

Bradley was fatally injured and died at the scene, MHP officials said.

The crash remains under investigation by the MHP.

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Mississippi State Drops Series Opener at Texas A&M Despite Late Chances

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April 18, 2026

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Mississippi State Drops Series Opener at Texas A&M Despite Late Chances

Some losses feel like they drag on longer than the box score suggests, and Mississippi State’s 3-1 opener at Texas A&M fits that category.

It wasn’t a blowout. It wasn’t a game where the Bulldogs looked outmatched.

It was just one of those nights where the early mistakes stuck around and the offense never quite found the swing that could shake them loose.

The frustrating part is how quickly the hole formed. Two solo homers and a wild pitch in the first two innings put Mississippi State behind 3-0, and that was basically the ballgame.

Against a top tier SEC team on the road, spotting three runs that early is a tough ask. The Bulldogs didn’t fold, but they also didn’t cash in when the door cracked open.

“I liked our fight. I think we’re really just working through some things offensively, and trying to stay together,” Mississippi State coach Samantha Ricketts said. “This team still believes, and we’re going to battle and fight every chance we get, and I think I saw a lot of that. I’m encouraged for what that means for us moving forward, but, you know, they’re a good hitting team, and we’ve got to be able to shut them down early. I don’t think Peja [Goold] had her best stuff, but she continued to battle out there and find ways to get outs.”

They had chances. Two runners stranded in the fifth. Two more in the sixth. Another in the seventh. Des Rivera finally got the Bulldogs on the board with an RBI single, but the big hit that usually shows up for this lineup never arrived.

It wasn’t a lack of traffic. It was a lack of finish.

If there was a bright spot, it came from the bullpen. Delainey Everett gave Mississippi State exactly what it needed after the rocky start.

“That was just a huge relief appearance by Delaney to keep us in it,” Ricketts said. “It’s really good to have her back and healthy these last few weeks because these are the moments where we really need her and rely on her. We know that she’s going to be a big part of the remainder of the season going forward as well.”

Three hitless innings, one baserunner, and a reminder that she’s quietly putting together a strong stretch.

There were individual positives too. Nadia Barbary keeps climbing the doubles list. Kiarra Sells keeps finding ways on base.

But the bigger picture is simple. Mississippi State is now 6-10 in the SEC, and the margin for error is shrinking. Nights like this one are the difference between climbing back into the race and staying stuck in the middle.

They get another shot this morning with the schedule bumped up for weather. The formula isn’t complicated.

Clean up the early innings, keep getting quality relief, and find one or two timely swings. The Bulldogs didn’t get them Friday. They’ll need them today.

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Mississippi farmers struggle through years without profit as war with Iran deepens crisis

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April 18, 2026

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YAZOO COUNTY, Miss. — Mississippi Delta farmers are facing another expensive planting season as fertilizer and fuel costs continue to climb.

Farmers in Yazoo and Sharkey counties, Clay Adcock and Jeffrey Mitchell, said it has been years since their crops turned a real profit.

“I guess it would be since 2022,” Adcock said.

“Last 2.5 to three years since we had a very profitable year,” Mitchell said.

Rising input costs squeeze farmers

Adcock said he was paying $300 per ton of fertilizer before the war with Iran broke out. He is now paying double for the same amount. Mitchell saw similar spikes.

“Fertilizer was up 25% before the Iranian conflict already,” Mitchell said. “Then since that started Diesel fuel is up 40% in the last six months.”

Survey and research from the American Farm Bureau show they are not the only ones feeling the pinch.

“We’ve got trouble with the farming community,” Adcock said. “And you can see that with the bankruptcies that are there and no young farmers that can afford the capital to get started.”

Mitchell said today’s farmers face a shrinking industry of suppliers. 75% of all fertilizer in the U.S. comes from four companies: Yara USA, CF Industries, Nutrien and Koch Industries.

“With the world market on fertilizer, pretty much everyone has the same price,” Mitchell said. “It’s not like you can go to store B, get a better price.”

forces

Oil and natural gas cut off in the Strait of Hormuz forces energy companies worldwide to compete for less supply. The spike in costs passes on to fertilizer producers, who pass higher prices on to distributors, leaving family farms at the end of the line with the most expensive bills.

“They deliver it to us and we’re at their mercy,” Adcock said.

Adcock said he would like to see more regulation to even the playing field among fertilizer companies and prevent potential price gouging.

“There should be guiderails in place to keep fertilizer producers within a range and if they get out of that range it throws up red flags as they do in the SEC with stocks,” Adcock said. “Have some consistency in our business.”

Mitchell said the costs will circle back to consumers at the store. The spike in diesel also increases the cost of transporting finished crops after harvest to stores.

“Everything will be higher once it gets to Kroger or Wal-Mart or wherever,” Mitchell said. “They’ll just pass it onto consumers.”

It is too early to tell what the final prices will look like once harvest season is over. Each farmer said one way consumers can help is to buy as much produce as possible directly from farmers at markets and buy American items.

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