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Summer Heat builds with increasing Thunderstorm Risk mid-to-late week in Mississippi

Summer Heat builds with increasing Thunderstorm Risk mid-to-late week in Mississippi

The region is in for a warm and partly sunny week with daily chances of showers and thunderstorms, especially in the afternoons and evenings.

Tuesday will bring a 50% chance of precipitation, with showers possible between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m., followed by a chance of thunderstorms later in the day. Despite the rain chances, expect mostly sunny skies and a high near 87°F. Winds will remain light, shifting from calm to northwest around 5 mph by the afternoon. Rainfall is expected to be light, though localized heavier downpours may occur with thunderstorms. Tuesday night will be partly cloudy with lows around 67°F and calm winds.

Wednesday continues the trend of sun and storm potential. A slight chance of morning showers will give way to a 40% chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Highs will climb near 89°F with light southeast winds. Overnight, the chance of scattered showers and storms remains at 20% under mostly cloudy skies and lows around 70°F.

Thursday looks more unsettled with a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms, especially after 1 p.m. Highs will approach 90°F, with winds turning south around 5 mph. The storm threat tapers to a 20% chance overnight with mostly cloudy skies and lows around 72°F.

Friday through Sunday will be hot and stormy, with highs in the low 90s and a strong 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms each afternoon. Overnight rain chances range from 30% to 40%, with lows hovering in the low to mid-70s.

Residents are encouraged to stay weather-aware this week, especially during peak afternoon hours when thunderstorms are most likely. Keep an umbrella handy and plan for possible brief disruptions due to rain and lightning.

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