Weather in Gulfport, Mississippi
Roses open on the Piedmont edge. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Overcast—82°66°
- SundayMay 17Overcast—81°68°
- MondayMay 18Light Drizzle11%85°74°
- TuesdayMay 19Overcast11%86°76°
- WednesdayMay 20Overcast—88°73°
- ThursdayMay 21Overcast28%86°73°
- FridayMay 22Light Drizzle40%86°76°
- PM 2.5
- 6.2 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 9.1 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 1.5 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 101.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 11:17 AM
- Moonset
- 1:05 AM
- In sign
- ♉︎ Taurus
Roses open on the Piedmont edge
Gulfport at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 8°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: February 18 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Peak growing season
As of May 17, the growing season is at its peak — frost is months away. Continue succession-planting beans and summer squash. Start fall brassicas (broccoli, cabbage, kale) from seed indoors for transplanting in late summer.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| April | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | — |
| May | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
July brings Gulfport's peak heat with temperatures averaging around 83°F, while January delivers the year's coldest conditions at roughly 52°F. Rainfall reaches its maximum in July at 7.2 inches and drops to its annual low in October with 3.7 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52° | 4.9″ | 6 |
| February | 56° | 4.4″ | 6 |
| March | 61° | 5.2″ | 6 |
| April | 68° | 5.5″ | 5 |
| May | 75° | 4.7″ | 5 |
| June | 81° | 6.9″ | 8 |
| July | 83° | 7.2″ | 9 |
| August | 83° | 6.5″ | 9 |
| September | 79° | 5.2″ | 6 |
| October | 70° | 3.7″ | 4 |
| November | 60° | 4.0″ | 5 |
| December | 54° | 4.5″ | 6 |
Regional context
Gulfport belongs to the humid subtropical climate region, sharing temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with other cities in this climate zone.
Similar climates: Jackson, MS, Hattiesburg, MS, Southaven, MS, Biloxi, MS, Olive Branch, MS.
Naturalist notes
Magnolia trees begin their spectacular bloom in late May, filling the air with their distinctive lemony fragrance.
Northern mockingbirds establish territories and begin their complex singing displays throughout April and May.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Gulfport?
- The last spring frost in Gulfport typically occurs around mid-March, while the first fall frost usually arrives around mid-December.
- What is the rainy season in Gulfport?
- July stands as the wettest month, delivering about 7.2 inches of rain on average, contributing to the city's annual total of roughly 63 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Gulfport?
- July typically records the highest temperatures, averaging about 83°F.
- What is the coldest month in Gulfport?
- January typically brings the lowest temperatures, averaging about 52°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Gulfport?
- Cool-season crops like peas and lettuce can be planted around the last spring frost in mid-March, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait until 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Gulfport get?
- Gulfport experiences about 74 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Gulfport?
- Gulfport's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; the USDA's online lookup tool using the city ZIP code provides the current zone designation.
Climate
Gulfport, Mississippi experiences a humid subtropical climate zone. Temperatures hover near 52°F in January and average 83°F in July, creating a 31°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals about 63 inches, distributed across roughly 74 rainy days throughout the year.
Local weather patterns emerge from the city's latitude at 30.4°N, its proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These factors determine what plants thrive, when frost threatens, and how daily weather unfolds.