Memphis residents should brace for a wet and stormy week ahead, as the National Weather Service forecasts a series of showers and thunderstorms hitting the area. Starting today, the city is set to experience downpours and thunderous conditions, particularly after 3 p.m., with the potential of a half to three-quarters of an inch in new rainfall amounts.
The NWS anticipates a high of 83 degrees amidst calm winds turning south this morning. They expect the chance of precipitation to sharply climb to 90% by tonight, advising locals to prepare to carry umbrellas and drive with caution. A reflective stillness hangs in the air this early, with a humidity level set at a stifling 93% and visibility stretching to a clear 10 miles, according to the latest readings from NWS Memphis.
Monday won't offer much in the way of solace with a continuation of showers likely and a chance of thunderstorms sporadically throughout the day. As clouds give way to an eventual mostly sunny afternoon, the pattern of wet weather persists with a 60% probability of rain. Conditions moderate somewhat by nightfall; however, with the chance of storms dropping to a mere 20%, offering a brief reprieve from the relentless showers.
The week continues to test the city's resolve with more intermittent showers and thunderstorms anticipated through to Wednesday. A breezy Tuesday could see gusts as high as 30 mph, while the likelihood of rain lingers at 40%, and temperatures peak in the mid-80s. Residents should plan accordingly, particularly on Wednesday evening when the chance of precipitation is set to nearly guaranteed at 90%, signaling another round of substantial overnight showers.
Looking past the tempest, the forecast offers a respite with the arrival of Friday, promising a sunny day with a more comfortable high of 73 degrees. The pleasant weather should carry into the weekend, which is projected to remain sunny with highs in the low 70s, marking a welcome relief from the earlier tumultuous conditions. Despite the initial storm front's chaos, Memphis folks can look forward to drying out and enjoying a few rays by week's end.
