Weather

Low temperatures across the area are expected to range from 50 to 55 degrees, with mostly clear skies and some patchy fog and smoke.

Temperatures will stay well above normal, with highs 15-20 degrees above average and lows 20-25 degrees higher through next week.

Dense fog is affecting parts of South Mississippi this morning, but it is expected to clear within a few hours. The region will experience warm, dry conditions through early next week, officials say.

The National Weather Service has upgraded the severe weather risk to slight, with large hail and damaging winds as primary threats.

Scattered light rain showers are affecting parts of Mississippi, with a chance of severe storms later today as a cold front arrives, according to the National Weather Service.

Light showers are forecast for tonight mainly north of I-20, with dry conditions expected in the south. Temperatures will remain above normal.

Highs will reach into the 70s with light southerly winds, according to the forecast.

Fire officials warn residents to remain cautious as fire risk remains high, with warmer weather expected later this week.