Expect Rain and Thunderstorms from Friday to Sunday

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (THN News) - The Pine Belt region is gearing up for a wet and stormy weekend. If you have plans outdoors or are simply curious about what the weather holds, this detailed forecast will help you prepare.

Expect rain and thunderstorms from Friday through Sunday, with varying chances of showers and changing wind patterns.

Friday Weather Overview

Friday starts with a slight chance of showers between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., followed by an increased chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m. The sky will remain mostly cloudy throughout the day, with temperatures reaching a high near 73°F. Winds will be calm initially but will shift to an eastward direction at around 5 mph.

• Chance of precipitation: 40%

• Temperature: High near 73°F

• Wind: Calm becoming east around 5 mph

  
  

This means that while the morning might be relatively dry, you should expect rain and possible thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening.

Friday Night Conditions

The rain continues into Friday night, with showers and thunderstorms likely mainly before 3 a.m. After 5 a.m., showers will still be likely, with the possibility of thunderstorms. The night will be mostly cloudy, and temperatures will drop to around 63°F. Winds will remain calm.

• Chance of precipitation: 60%

• Temperature: Low around 63°F

• Rainfall: New amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible

  
  

This period could bring moderate rainfall, so if you are traveling late Friday night or early Saturday morning, be cautious of wet roads and reduced visibility.

Saturday Weather Details

Saturday will see continued showers and possibly thunderstorms throughout the day. The high temperature will rise to near 79°F, slightly warmer than Friday. Winds will be calm at first but will shift to the west-northwest at about 5 mph.

• Chance of precipitation: 80%

• Temperature: High near 79°F

• Wind: Calm becoming west-northwest around 5 mph

• Rainfall: New amounts between three quarters and one inch possible

  
  

This is the wettest day of the weekend, with a strong likelihood of rain and storms.

Saturday Night Forecast

Saturday night will bring a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. The sky will remain mostly cloudy, and temperatures will stay mild, around 65°F. Winds will be calm.

• Chance of precipitation: 50%

• Temperature: Low around 65°F

• Rainfall: New amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible

  
  

The rain may taper off somewhat compared to Saturday daytime, but showers and storms remain a possibility.

Sunday Weather Outlook

Sunday offers a mix of partly sunny skies and a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. The temperature will climb to a high near 83°F, the warmest day of the weekend. Winds will be calm but shift to the west-northwest at around 5 mph.

• Chance of precipitation: 50%

• Temperature: High near 83°F

• Wind: Calm becoming west-northwest around 5 mph

• Rainfall: New amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, with higher amounts possible in thunderstorms

  
  

Sunday’s weather is somewhat more variable. You may see some sunshine between showers, but storms could still develop.

Sunday Night Conditions

The weekend ends with a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1 a.m. Sunday night will be partly cloudy, with temperatures around 65°F. Winds will remain calm.

• Chance of precipitation: 30%

• Temperature: Low around 65°F

• Wind: Calm

  
  

Rain chances decrease Sunday night, but some showers and storms remain possible.