The National Weather Service in Memphis has provided a detailed forecast for the coming days which suggests a shift from clear skies to precipitation-heavy weather. According to the latest update, Memphis citizens can expect sunny conditions today, with a high near 55 degrees and a calm south wind traveling at 5 to 10 mph. As night falls, clouds will begin to gather, leading to a modest drop in temperature to around 39 degrees.
Heading into Friday, the morning clouds are anticipated to give way to clearer skies, maintaining high temperatures around the mid-50s. However, this respite is set to be short-lived. The NWS predicts a 30 percent chance of rain starting in the early hours of Saturday morning. As the weekend progresses, the onset of rain is predicted to be likely before 11 am, turning into showers afterward, accompanied by southern gusts that could intensify to between 10 and 15 mph. There’s a 90 percent chance that these conditions will bring between three-quarters and one inch of new rainfall.
As the new week dawns, unsettled weather will continue with a 50 percent chance of showers on Sunday and similar chances for showers lingering into Sunday night. The forecast, available on the National Weather Service, indicates a high near 60 degrees on Sunday, with mild south winds.
Monday's weather is expected to be mostly cloudy with a 70 percent chance of showers and potential thunderstorms in the afternoon. Following the potential thunderstorms Monday night, showers are likely to continue until midnight. By Tuesday, skies are predicted to clear up, giving way to a mostly sunny day with a high near 52, providing a brief break from the damp conditions of the preceding days.
