October in Mississippi is warm and relatively dry: NOAA's 1991–2020 normals for Jackson International Airport give an average high of 78.3°F, a low of 54.2°F and 3.80 inches of precipitation, while Gulfport-Biloxi's normals are a 79.9°F high and a 60.1°F low. No snow is in the October normals. This page is a dated monthly snapshot reviewed October 20, 2026, not live weather or a live events feed.
Mississippi this month
A dated monthly snapshot of Mississippi weather normals and verified event dates.
This month at a glance
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Jackson high / low | 78.3°F / 54.2°F (NOAA 1991–2020); 3.80 inches |
| Gulfport-Biloxi high / low | 79.9°F / 60.1°F; 3.71 inches |
| Notes | Jackson tourism tax vote November 3, 2026 (news reports) |
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How this page is maintained
We update it monthly; last review October 20, 2026. Between reviews it may be out of date.
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Is this page updated daily?
No. It is a monthly snapshot.
Where do the numbers come from?
NOAA NCEI climate normals and the agencies; see sources below.
What should I wear in October?
NOAA's normals suggest warm days and mild nights; bring a light layer.
Sources
Facts on this page were read from the sources below on October 20, 2026. Hours, fares, prices and event dates change — confirm with the source before you travel. How we research and update.
- U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, Jackson International Airport (USW00003940) — NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
- Jackson (city) Convention and Visitors Bureau Tax — Mississippi Department of Revenue