Memphis residents can expect a mix of sun and clouds with mild temperatures as they head into the week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The NWS Memphis office reports that today will be sunny with highs nearing 54 degrees, accompanied by a calm north wind shifting in the afternoon. Tonight's forecast anticipates mostly clear skies and a comfortable drop to around 40 degrees.
Looking ahead at the week, Wednesday carries a slight chance of showers after noon, with clouds on the increase and highs around 64 degrees. The NWS cautions a 40 percent chance of rain into Wednesday night, as temperatures settle at a lower 43 degrees. In a shift, calm winds expected tonight will make way, becoming south-southeast around 5 mph after midnight.
The weather outlook informs Thanksgiving Day plans with a continuation of the 20 percent rain chance before noon, then partly sunny skies and a high near 50 degrees. Following the holiday, Thursday night should remain mostly clear, diving to a low near 31 degrees, perfect for anyone favoring a crisp autumn evening.
Heading into the weekend, NWS forecasts that Friday will be sunny, with a high of just 45 degrees. The office, closely monitoring evening temps, predicts a cool down with a low around 29 by Friday night. Blustery conditions are not expected to prevail, with north-northwest winds calming to a gentle pace around 5 mph.
For those planning any outdoor activities, Saturday is mostly sunny, with temperatures peaking near 47 degrees. The clear trend stretches into the night with partly clouded thoughts, as lows drop to around 27. Meanwhile, Sunday will not disappoint sun seekers, as it's expected to bask in the light with a high near 39 degrees, before receding into a chilly 22 degrees at night.
The week ahead shapes up to offer a classic transition into December for the Bluff City, with Monday following suit, anticipated to be sunny and reaching a high near 42 degrees. All forecast details are available on the NWS website at NWS Memphis.
