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Near-normal July. August may be warmer.
August is Meteorological Summer’s final month
Caribbean tropical wave may near Florida and the Bahamas by late-week
While 95L is not a credible threat to South Mississippi, it will pose at least a rain threat to areas between Puerto Rico and Florida by this weekend.
The Delta Aquarids Meteor Shower is reaching its peak
The Delta Aquarids Meteor Shower is going to peak near the end of July! You may be able to see some shooting stars before the sunrise.
I want to see the northern lights!
I've always wanted to see the northern lights, so here's a guide for chasing down the aurora borealis.
MOST RECENT
Pascagoula records hottest temperature in over 20 years
Several other cities in South Mississippi recorded blazing temperatures
The dog days of summer have arrived. Here’s what that means.
The dog days of summer are upon us. Did you know the dog days have nothing to do with heat or even dogs for that matter?
2019’s first major hurricane forms in the Pacific
Major Pacific Hurricane Barbara reaches cat 4 strength on Tuesday morning, posing no threat to the Gulf.
July, our usual wettest month of the year, could be dry
The first six months of 2019 has been dry for much of coastal Mississippi
Downbursts and hail hit South Mississippi; here is how they form
While summertime thunderstorms are a part of life in South Mississippi, they can still cause problems. One of the biggest threats with thunderstorms in the summer time are downbursts.
Large plume of Saharan dust to make for hazy skies, potentially vibrant sunsets this week
While it is typical for tropical waves to roll off the African coast this time of year, it is also common to for large plumes of dust to come off the coast as well.
Dangerous Heat Index this week
There is a Heat Advisory is in effect for South Mississippi counties: Pearl River, Hancock, Harrison and Jackson until 6 PM this evening. The heat will stick around for the foreseeable future, so Heat Advisories could be a daily occurrence.
Dangerous heat for the first day of summer
Expect heat index values of 103 to 109 degrees on the longest day of the year
Sudden increase in salinity in Mississippi’s coastal waters
There has been a recent sharp increase in salinity in the coastal waters of Mississippi.
Practice sun safety in the hot summer months
Summer is in the air. And so is plenty of sunshine.
Tornado Watch until 5 PM for coastal Mississippi
A Tornado Watch is in effect for ALL of coastal Mississippi.
First Alert: Showers likely. Coastal and flash flooding possible.
Storms may produce locally heavy rainfall, possibly resulting in flash flooding across the area Thursday and possibly into Friday.
Tropical moisture will increase rain chances this week; may prolong Mississippi River flooding
Tropical moisture may give us heavy rain in South Mississippi this week.
Why Mississippi Sound salinity levels are low and how opening Morganza Spillway can lower freshwater intrusion
The combination of locally heavy rain this winter and spring and the opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway has led to abnormally low salinity levels in the Mississippi Sound.
Four storms to remember from recent years as hurricane season 2019 begins
The last two hurricane seasons have brought several landfalling systems to the central Gulf Coast region, including two in South Mississippi.
Watch out for sunburn and heat stress this week
Extreme UV index, heat index nearing 100°
Subtropical Storm Andrea forms near Bermuda
Hurricane season officially begins on June 1
Once in a blue moon, this weekend
This year, May’s full moon will also be called a blue moon. But, it might be for a different reason than you’re used to.
Wolf River has crested and is now falling. Flooding issues continue.
Here are the latest river forecasts from the National Weather Service River Forecast Center as of Tuesday morning May 14th
Tornado Watch until 6 PM for coastal Mississippi
Watch out for mainly damaging straight-line winds. A few tornadoes will be possible somewhere in the watch area as well.
Hurricane Preparedness - Assembling Disaster Supplies
You’re going to need supplies not just to get through the storm but for the potentially lengthy and unpleasant aftermath.
Hurricane Preparedness - Develop an Evacuation Plan
If you are in an evacuation zone, figure out today where you’d go and how you’d get there if told to evacuate.
Wet weather possible at times during Thunder Over the Sound
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are in coastal Mississippi’s forecast for Saturday
Tropical disturbance near Florida remains no threat to South MS
Regardless of development, locally heavy rains are possible over portions of the Florida peninsula during the next day or so. No South MS impacts expected.
May meteor shower reaching its peak
This year, peak nights will be Saturday night into early Sunday as well as Sunday night into early Monday.
Wetter than normal April in the books
Heavy rain occurred almost every Thursday of the month
Heavy rain and thunderstorms this afternoon & evening
Some of Thursday's thunderstorms may become severe, causing warnings and possibly damage.
Severe weather risk moves out of South Mississippi, minor wind damage reported
Tornadoes and damaging winds will be the main threats to watch
A heaping helping of April showers
Up to two inches of heavy rain possible Thursday and Thursday night. Severe weather possible but not likely.
Caesar, MS tornado of April 2 1974
This particular tornado on April 2 1974 cost dozens of thousands of dollars as it damaged homes and farm buildings in the Caesar area.
Warm and wet April ahead based on latest outlook
As a spring drought develops in the South, April showers could be the key to fixing the rainfall deficit
WATCH LIVE: Spacewalking astronauts replace more station batteries
Spacewalking astronauts are replacing more batteries outside the International Space Station
Tropical Storm Iba forms near Brazil in late March
The South Atlantic Ocean rarely ever sees storms forming there
Cold front brings a few showers and thunderstorms for Monday
While severe damaging weather will be possible in South Mississippi today, it will be unlikely.
Big “extratropical” system impacting central & east U.S.
Our windy conditions this week are thanks to a strong extratropical system which is impacting the central and east U.S.
Showers and storms likely on Sunday afternoon
We're keeping an eye out for showers and storms through the afternoon! Some could become strong with heavy rain.
Carnival Season Finale: Warm and maybe wet, then chilly and dry
Warm and maybe wet this weekend. Chilly and dry next week.
Winter may make a comeback for Mardi Gras
Much cooler air is on track to move in early in March.
Deceivingly dry despite frequent February showers
Somehow our monthly rain totals are actually below normal
Clouds and rain to steal sunshine away again this week
Enjoy the sunshine while you can. More clouds and shower are expected to return
Some weekend parades have a chance for rain
The chance for rain in South Mississippi will be low on Saturday, high on Saturday night, and none on Sunday.
Finally cooler by Sunday
A weekend cold front will clear us up, dry us out, and cool us down
Possible heavy thunderstorms on Wednesday
Strong to severe thunderstorms possible but not likely in South Mississippi
Dreary weather pattern continues this week; flooding rains possible in Northern Mississippi
The year without sunshine continues this week for South Mississippi.
Warm and dry February so far, outlook also warm
Staying warm for the next two weeks, then cooler for early March?
Heavy downpours possible on Tuesday
The WLOX First Alert Weather Team is keeping an eye on the chance for a line of showers and possibly a few thunderstorms on Tuesday.
Pollen arriving ahead of schedule
Signs of an early spring have been recently spotted in South Mississippi.
Near-record heat in early February. Then, a taste of winter.
Springlike through Thursday. Then, cooler Friday.
Windy and chilly Tuesday, freeze tonight
Freezing temperatures possible tonight into Wednesday morning
Low risk of severe storms for Wednesday
The chance for severe weather is low today, but heavy rain is looking very likely.
Will it be warm or cold this week? Yes
Our up and down temperature roller coaster continues this week for South Mississippi. Heavy rain will be possible on Wednesday.
Temperatures tumble overnight
The risk for severe weather has ended across South Mississippi.
How to see the Blood Moon this Sunday night
The Total Lunar Eclipse will be visible across the entire North American continent, including right here in South Mississippi.
Freezing temperatures expected for MLK Day Monday
Confidence has decreased on temperatures cold enough to damage pipes
Double rainbow dazzles South Mississippi skies
Showers cleared out just in time Saturday afternoon to give South Mississippi a dazzling display of double rainbows.
Big winter chill this week
After record-setting warmth, we’re headed for freezing temperatures
Brighter and drier days ahead
After eight soggy and dreary days, it’s time for sunshine
New year, new weather pattern... eventually
Finally sunshine in the forecast! But, first, a round of downpours.