Jackson (MS) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Jackson in Mississippi experiences an humid subtropical climate. Rain is seen throughout the year. Late summer and early autumn is usually the driest time of the year.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Jackson, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in August to a moderate 14°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 2°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Jackson experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1435 mm of precipitation annually. Jackson offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between March (147 mm) and June (86 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Jackson serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 9.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 5.1 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
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Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Jackson.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 77%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Jackson in the United States of America
During the months of March, April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
March tops the wettest month list with 147 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 86 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 298 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
