Memphis residents should be prepared for a medley of precipitation patterns this week, per the latest National Weather Service (NWS) reports. Forecasts predict a series of showers and thunderstorms that are set to sway through the city starting this afternoon. According to the NWS, Memphis, there's a 20 percent chance for showers and thunderstorms post 4 pm today. The day will otherwise remain partly sunny and reach a high near 89, with light winds shifting from south to southwest.
The likelihood of precipitation climbs to 60 percent tonight. The NWS details a scenario where residents may experience showers and possible thunderstorms before dawn, with new rainfall amounts ranging between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, though thunderstorms could lead to higher totals. Tranquil south-southeast winds are expected to rotate northeast in the evening. Moving into Tuesday, the chance of rainfall sustains at 60 percent, with the potential for thunderstorms primarily before 7 am and then a sporadic chance thereafter.
Wednesday's predictions tilt towards a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with the NWS highlighting the possibility of a partly sunny sky and a high near 76. Winds are anticipated to be north-northeast, ranging from 5 to 10 mph. As the evening creeps in, the odds of thunderstorms and showers rise slightly, before tapering off after midnight.
The NWS's extended forecast expects the pattern of intermittent rains to persist through the rest of the week and into the weekend. Thursday ushers in a 60 percent probability of rain, while Friday shows a similar trend with showers likely and potential thunderstorms. The high for both days will hover in the low to mid-70s, and by night, chances of precipitation are slated to linger. Saturday's outlook presents a slight decrease in rainfall odds, with a 40 percent chance during the day and dropping to 30 percent by night.
Residents looking ahead to Sunday can anticipate more of the same, with a 30 percent chance of showers amidst partly sunny conditions and highs approaching the mid-70s. It's advised that locals keep their umbrellas close and plan for erratic weather as Memphis navigates its temperamental transitional phase from summer showers into the autumnal season.
