Mississippi is one of several regions in the United States of America, with temperatures that range from 15°C (59°F) in January to 32°C (90°F) during the peak of August. We've based our full climate overview on data from Gulfport, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In Mississippi, during the months of March, April, October and November you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 21°C (70°F) to 27°C (81°F).
The peak of the heat usually falls in June, July and August.
When it comes to rainfall, Mississippi sees significant variations throughout the year. August tends to be the wettest, receiving 215 mm (8.5 in) of rain, while October is much drier with just 80 mm (3.1 in).