Saturday, January 24, 2026 10:53 AM
What Has Changed:
There have been no significant changes to the forecast since the previous briefing.
Coahoma County remains under a Winter Storm Warning and Cold Weather Advisory through Sunday, January 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM CST.
Road Conditions & Travel Advisory
Heavy accumulating sleet, and ice have created hazardous travel conditions across county roads and city streets throughout Coahoma County. Road surfaces are slick and dangerous, particularly on bridges, overpasses, shaded areas, and untreated secondary roads.
Residents are strongly encouraged to stay indoors and avoid all unnecessary travel. Emergency travel should be limited to essential needs only.
Evening Weather Transition
Sleet is expected to transition to freezing rain later this evening, increasing the risk of rapid ice accumulation on roadways, power lines, trees, and exposed surfaces.
Freezing Rain Concerns
Freezing rain is especially dangerous because of this:
- Creates a nearly invisible layer of ice on roads and sidewalks
- Causes extreme loss of traction, even at low speeds
- Increases the risk of vehicle crashes, falls, and injuries
- May result in downed trees, power lines, and power outages
Conditions are expected to deteriorate quickly after sunset, with temperatures remaining below freezing.
Today
- Freezing rain and sleet, with periods of heavy sleet possible
- High near 24°F
- Wind chill values as low as 8°F
- North-northeast winds 10–15 mph, gusts up to 25 mph
- 100% chance of precipitation
- Ice accumulation: 0.10–0.20 inches
- Sleet accumulation: around 1 inch
Tonight
- Continued freezing rain and sleet
- Low near 15°F
- Wind chill values as low as 2°F
- North winds 10–15 mph
- 100% chance of precipitation
- Additional ice accumulation: 0.10–0.30 inches
- Additional sleet accumulation: less than 1 inch
Sunday
- Freezing rain and sleet before 3:00 PM, transitioning to a chance of snow and sleet
- Periods of heavy sleet possible
- High near 20°F
- Wind chill values as low as 3°F
- North-northwest winds around 15 mph
- 100% chance of precipitation
- Additional ice accumulation: less than 0.10 inches
- Snow and sleet accumulation: less than 1 inch
Sunday Night
- Mostly cloudy
- Low near 8°F
- Wind chill values as low as -4°F
- North-northwest winds 10–15 mph
Monday
- Sunny and very cold
- High near 19°F
- North-northwest winds 5–10 mph
The Coahoma County Emergency Management Agency will continue to monitor the Severe Weather Probabilities and provide updates as needed. We urge residents to remain vigilant, monitor local weather updates, and take necessary precautions to stay safe. As always, our priority is the safety and well-being of our community, and we will continue to provide timely updates as the situation evolves.
