Climate of Mississippi, USA
Area-weighted average across Mississippi. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Mississippi, a subdivision of United States of America, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 6.5°C / 43.7°F in January to 27°C / 80.6°F in July, with rainfall from 88 mm / 3.5 in to 158 mm / 6.2 in depending on the season (1477 mm / 58.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.5°C43.7°F | 138 mm5.4″ | — |
| February | 8.8°C47.8°F | 129 mm5.1″ | — |
| March | 13.1°C55.6°F | 158 mm6.2″ | — |
| April | 17.2°C63°F | 139 mm5.5″ | — |
| May | 21.5°C70.7°F | 132 mm5.2″ | — |
| June | 25.3°C77.5°F | 106 mm4.2″ | — |
| July | 27°C80.6°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
| August | 26.5°C79.7°F | 96 mm3.8″ | — |
| September | 23.7°C74.7°F | 95 mm3.7″ | — |
| October | 17.7°C63.9°F | 88 mm3.5″ | — |
| November | 12.4°C54.3°F | 125 mm4.9″ | — |
| December | 8.4°C47.1°F | 148 mm5.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mississippi?
Mississippi, United States of America does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 27°C / 80.6°F, and the driest is October at 88 mm / 3.5 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Mississippi?
Mississippi, United States of America has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 6.5°C / 43.7°F in January to 27°C / 80.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1477 mm / 58.1 in, with the wettest month being March (158 mm / 6.2 in) and the driest October (88 mm / 3.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Mississippi?
The hottest month in Mississippi is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 27°C / 80.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Mississippi?
The coldest month in Mississippi is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 6.5°C / 43.7°F.
When does it rain most in Mississippi?
The wettest month in Mississippi is March, averaging about 158 mm / 6.2 in of rainfall. The driest is October with about 88 mm / 3.5 in.