Wetter Pattern Heads for Mississippi Over Halloween Weekend

Overview

• Forecast models show a pattern change after this week with the best chance for measurable rain arriving Saturday evening into the overnight hours and lighter, hit-or-miss showers possible during the daytime.
• If rain arrives earlier it will cap daytime highs in the upper 70s, a later arrival could allow readings in the low 80s, and lingering Sunday morning rain would keep highs near the low 70s.
• Increasing tropical moisture should reduce local fire danger starting Friday and keep humidity and dew points elevated into early next week.
• Moisture is likely to linger with isolated showers Monday and Tuesday and a cold front later next week could produce more widespread showers or thunderstorms followed by cooler, breezier weather.
• Because timing remains uncertain, weather teams advise residents to carry an umbrella or emergency poncho for Halloween activities since the heaviest rain may fall in the evening or overnight.