Dangerous heat stress conditions are expected today and will persist through Saturday. Afternoon heat indices will range from 105-110 degrees for much of Mississippi again today. Heat index values may lower slightly on Saturday but will still approach or exceed 105 degrees in some parts of the state.
Northern Mississippi–
Mostly sunny with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs will be in the upper 90s, with heat index readings from 108 to 113. Partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms this evening, lows in the mid-70s.
Central Mississippi–
Mostly sunny with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms through this evening. Highs will be in the upper 90s with the heat index readings anywhere from 108 to 113. Lows tonight will be in the mid-70s.
Southern Mississippi–
Sunny with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms through tonight. Highs will be in the upper 90s with heat index readings from 109 to 114. Lows tonight will be in the mid-70s.
