The National Weather Service in Memphis is currently reporting a few clouds in the sky with temperatures holding steady at 76°F and humidity at a noticeable 67%. The barometer reads 30.10 in (1018.9 mb), indicating stable atmospheric pressure, while the wind is coming from the northeast at a moderate pace of 15 mph. Conditions are clear with a 10-mile visibility and a heat index a tad higher at 78°F, as per the latest update from NWS.
In terms of today's specifics, the forecast is showing plenty of sunshine with an expected high near 87 and winds tapering to about 10 mph from the northeast. Coming tonight, skies will remain mostly clear with a gentle decline in the wind, becoming calm towards the evening and temperatures are forecasted to dip to a comfortable low around 66.
Moving on to Tuesday, it is projected to be sunny again, but with temperatures climbing significantly to a high near 95. The winds should be relatively still, only picking up to about 5 mph from the south in the afternoon. For Tuesday Night, expecting the clarity to continue, paired with a low settling around 76, while winds subtly shift to originate from the south-southeast.
As the week progresses into Wednesday, the NWS is forecasting another sunny day but it will feel hotter, punctuating with a high peaking near 97. The heat carries on into the evening, barely cooling down to 79. A light south wind will also be present throughout, maintaining a pace around 5 mph. The build-up continues into Independence Day, where there is a considered 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms breaking the heat while still reaching a scorching high near 95.
For those making plans for the end of the week, it would be wise to keep an eye on the sky. Friday is likely to bring showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 1 pm, then again likely after 1pm with a partly sunny high near 91. A 60% chance of precipitation is something to note for outdoor activities. The night will reflect similar patterns from the day with a persisting 40 percent chance of rain. The weekend improves marginally, carrying a 30 percent chance of rain on Saturday and a lesser 20 percent on Sunday, but mostly sunny skies with highs around 89 and 91, respectively, are expected to be the saving grace for any rescheduled events.
