The city of Memphis is poised to experience a mixed bag of weather over the forthcoming week, with people grabbing their umbrellas alongside sunglasses. According to the National Weather Service, Memphians should expect occasional showers and thunderstorms, especially leading into Wednesday evening, with a solid 80 percent chance of precipitation.
As the city grapples with its typical humidity, the mercury is set to peak at 91 degrees on Wednesday, though it will feel much closer to a steamy 102 degrees. Residents should stay prepared for "new rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms", the National Weather Service cautions. The fluctuating conditions continue, with a 40 percent probability of thunderstorms before 10 p.m. on Wednesday and a dip in the evening temperature to around 72 degrees offering residents some reprieve.
The weather pattern shifts come Thursday, presenting an opportunity to dry out and enjoy mostly sunny skies. The daytime high is forecast nearly to reach 90 degrees, accompanied by a light north-northeast breeze. During the night, conditions are expected to stay mostly clear with the low lingering at a more comfortable 73 degrees.
For those making plans for the weekend, the outlook is a typical summer mix for Memphis. Friday heats up as the city is forecast to hit 94 degrees. Saturday's temperatures are set to climb even higher with an anticipated high near 96 degrees – not a day to forget to stay hydrated. Although there's a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon, the skies are mostly to be sunny. By Tuesday, the thermometers are predicted to soar, hitting high near an almost unbearable 98 degrees.
