I-55 Interstate Road Conditions 511

I-55

Weather for road I-55

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Interstate 55 (I‑55) runs from New Orleans, Louisiana, to Chicago, Illinois, providing a major north–south route along the Mississippi River corridor through the central United States. It passes through cities such as New Orleans, Jackson, Memphis, St. Louis, Springfield, Bloomington–Normal, and Chicago.

  • Road system: Interstate Highway System
  • Year of construction: 1957s
  • Length: 964 miles

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Description

See live weather forecast for I‑55. Get real‑time I‑55 road and weather conditions displayed directly on the interactive map for your route between Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, Arkansas, Missouri, and Illinois. The map shows live weather conditions along Interstate 55, updated frequently to help drivers plan safer trips. Forecasts are generated for the next 6 hours at key highway points and include temperature and conditions such as clear skies, rain, storms, snow, high wind, hail, and more.

Weather conditions overview along the road I-55

Arkansas I-55 weather conditions

  • In Arkansas, an extreme heat warning is currently in effect from 10:00 AM on July 20, 2026, until 9:00 PM on July 21, 2026
  • The temperature is currently 25.3°C (77.5°F) with a high expected to feel like 41.4°C (106.5°F) later today
  • The humidity is high at 92%, contributing to the heat risk
  • Winds are light, coming from the northwest at 1.8 KPH (1.1 MPH)
  • Visibility is good at 16 km (9.9 miles)
  • The atmospheric pressure is 1013 mb (29.9 inHg)
  • Outdoor activities should be approached with caution due to the moderate temperature risk associated with the extreme heat conditions.

Illinois I-55 weather conditions

  • In Illinois, IL, the current weather conditions are marked by patchy smoke, with a temperature of 19.4°C (67°F) and a dew point of 18.5°C (65°F)
  • The humidity level is quite high at 94%, contributing to a muggy atmosphere
  • Winds are light, blowing from the east-southeast at 4 km/h (2 mph)
  • Visibility is moderately reduced at 4.4 km (2.7 miles)
  • The atmospheric pressure is steady at 1013 mb (29.9 inHg). An air quality alert is currently in effect, beginning at 11:59 AM on July 19, 2026, and expiring at 3:00 PM on July 20, 2026
  • This alert indicates a moderate risk related to air quality, which may impact outdoor activities.

Louisiana I-55 weather conditions

  • The current weather in Los Angeles, CA, shows clear conditions with a temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F)
  • The humidity level is at 78%, contributing to a comfortable atmosphere
  • Winds are light, coming from the south at approximately 2 to 4 mph (3 to 6 km/h)
  • The visibility is excellent, reaching about 16 km (9.9 miles)
  • The atmospheric pressure is measured at 1013 mb (29.9 inHg), indicating stable weather
  • There are no significant weather alerts or precipitation expected at this time.

Missouri I-55 weather conditions

  • In Missouri, MO, a heat advisory is currently in effect from 1:00 PM on July 20, 2026, until 7:00 PM on July 21, 2026
  • The weather is mostly sunny with a current temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F) and a dew point of 24.1°C (75.4°F), contributing to a high humidity level of 97%
  • In approximately 5 to 6 hours, the maximum feels-like temperature is expected to reach 38.7°C (101.7°F), indicating a temperature risk for outdoor activities
  • Wind speeds are light, coming from the southeast at 1 to 2 mph (1 to 3 km/h)
  • The pressure is at 1013 mb (29.9 inHg), and visibility is good at 4.1 km (2.5 miles).

Mississippi I-55 weather conditions

  • In Mississippi, MS, the current weather conditions indicate mostly sunny skies with a temperature of 23.9°C (75°F) and a dew point of 22.8°C (73°F), resulting in high humidity at 94%
  • Winds are light, blowing from the southwest at 1.7 kph (1 mph)
  • A heat advisory is in effect from 10:00 AM on July 20, 2026, until 9:00 PM on July 21, 2026
  • The forecast maximum feels like temperature is expected to reach 40.3°C (104°F) in about 4 to 5 hours, posing a temperature risk
  • Visibility is good at 16 km (10 miles), and the atmospheric pressure is 1014 mb (29.9 inHg)
  • There are no significant precipitation events expected at this time.

Tennessee I-55 weather conditions

  • Tennessee is currently under a heat advisory valid from 10:00 AM on July 20, 2026, until 8:00 PM on July 21, 2026
  • The forecast indicates that the maximum feels like temperature will reach 37.8°C (100°F) in about 5 to 6 hours, presenting a low risk for outdoor activities
  • At this time, the temperature is 22.5°C (72.5°F) with a dew point of 21.2°C (70.2°F), leading to a high humidity level of 92%
  • The wind is calm, blowing from the south-southeast at 2.7 kph (1.7 mph)
  • Visibility is good at 8.2 km (5.1 miles), and the atmospheric pressure is measured at 1014 mb (29.9 inHg)
  • Patchy fog is present, which may affect visibility in some areas.

Cameras for road I-55

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