Jackson, MS is located in a humid subtropical climate zone with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The area experiences abundant rainfall throughout the year, and occasionally gets hit by tropical storms and hurricanes. The weather in Jackson can vary greatly from season to season, but generally remains mild and pleasant.
Jackson (zip 39206), Mississippi gets 54 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Jackson (zip 39206) averages 0 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 215 sunny days per year in Jackson (zip 39206). The US average is 205 sunny days.
Jackson (zip 39206) gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 104 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 92 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 35
Rain: averages 54 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 0 inches of snow a year