Dangerous cold is expected again this weekend, along with gusty winds, resulting in wind chills below 5 degrees likely and subzero wind chills possible in some locations. Here’s your statewide forecast from the National Weather Service.
Northern Mississippi
Today will be partly sunny with widespread frost in the morning. Highs will be in the upper 30s, with wind-chill readings from 14 to 19 degrees. Tonight will be mostly cloudy and colder, with widespread frost. Lows will be around 14.
Central Mississippi
Today will be mostly cloudy with areas of frost and patchy fog in the morning. Highs will be in the mid-40s. Tonight will be mostly cloudy and colder with widespread frost. Lows will be around 17 degrees.
Southern Mississippi
Today will be partly sunny with patchy fog and frost in the morning. Highs will be in the mid-50s. Tonight will be partly cloudy and colder, with areas of frost and lows in the lower to mid-20s.
There is a threat of strong winds as arctic air surges into the area Friday night through Saturday. Aside from creating dangerous wind chill readings, these winds could become strong enough to damage trees, especially those already weakened or damaged by the recent ice storm. This could also complicate any remaining power restoration efforts.
