It still feels summery in Mississippi with daytime highs in the 80s and relatively high humidity. But nights are getting a hint of a chill, and winter will be here before you know it.
The polar vortex is stirring over the far north, which will lead to cooler weather , including some storms, over the U.S. in the coming months.
Hummingbirds are still using feeders through the fall as they migrate, but soon it'll be time to put them away. Plan early to know when you'll need to cover plants or prepare your faucets and plumbing for the cold.
Here's what Magnolia State residents need to know about the first frost, the polar vortex and more as fall starts cooling down.
When will it get cold? Average first frost dates in Mississippi
The National Weather Service keeps track of when th