The city of Memphis is braced for more than just a burst of April showers as a tempestuous week of weather ahead is expected to kick off with thunderstorms and gusty winds. The forecast, which spans from today through to Sunday, details a mix of stormy weather quickly followed by clearing skies and calmer days ahead. Starting with today's mostly cloudy conditions and a high of approximately 78 degrees, accompanied by a south southwest breeze reaching up to 15 mph, according to the National Weather Service.
Tonight, Memphians should prepare to possibly grab their umbrellas as there is a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mostly hitting after 3 a.m. Although predictions suggest minimal rainfall, the impact could be intensified by thunderstorms. Residents can expect mostly cloudy skies and a mild low around 67 degrees with south winds potentially gusting as high as 25 mph.
Heading into Tuesday, the likelihood of precipitation jumps to 70 percent, with showers potentially accompanied by a thunderstorm forecasted before 1 pm, after which chances for showers and thunderstorms continue. Despite the cloudy start, the sun is set to make an appearance, with temperatures climbing to a high near 79 and southwest winds around 15 mph, gusting up to 30 mph.
The turbulence seems to momentarily settle come Tuesday night as partial cloud cover brings temperatures down to a cooler 45 degrees. A north northwest wind will continue to sweep through, moderating the climate and preparing for a pleasant Wednesday outlook that promises sunny skies and a high near 59 degrees, though it could feel chillier with northwest winds expected to increase from 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon, potentially reaching gusts as high as 35 mph.
Perfect spring weather will anchor the week's end. Thursday through Sunday, Memphis residents can look forward to an uninterrupted stretch of sunshine, with high temperatures gradually rising from 60 degrees on Thursday to a gentle 74 by Sunday. Each evening will cool down to clear, calm conditions ranging from the low 40s to the upper 40s.
The array of climatic swings presents a week that encapsulates the volatile yet transitional essence of early spring in the South. For the most up-to-date information, residents can stay tuned to the National Weather Service for timely updates and any potential weather advisories.
