Weather in Canton, MS
Updated 2026-09-26 10:00 local time · ZIP codes 39046
Partly Cloudy
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Weather insights for today
Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 12%).
It feels like 80°F with winds near 4 mph.
79°F, 5% rain chance and 4 mph wind.
Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 8 mph.
Current temperature is 79°F, wind 4 mph, rain chance up to 12%.
UV index is 3. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.
Local weather characteristics in Canton
Mississippi has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers, mild winters, frequent heavy rain and a notable severe-weather season.
Canton is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 32.61°N latitude and 90.04°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.
Canton weather today
Partly Cloudy and 79°F in Canton, MS. Today's high is 88°F with a 10% rain chance. Winds are around 4 mph with gusts near 5 mph. Relative humidity is 52%, pressure is 30.05 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Canton
Sunrise is at 06:51 AM and sunset is at 06:51 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 91°F and a low near 67°F. The maximum rain chance is 3%.