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Memphis Braces for a Wet Week Ahead, NWS Predicts Persistent Showers and Chilly Temperatures

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Published on February 10, 2025
Memphis Braces for a Wet Week Ahead, NWS Predicts Persistent Showers and Chilly TemperaturesSource: Unsplash/Ryoji Iwata

The National Weather Service in Memphis has predicted increasing cloud coverage today with highs nearing 48 degrees. At the same time, tonight Memphians should expect showers post 11 pm, gearing the city for a wet week ahead, per the latest forecast. Moving into Tuesday, the city is bracing for continued showers and a high of 44 degrees, underlining a certainty of precipitation at 100%, and the potential for significant new rainfall between one and two inches, according to the National Weather Service. As we look towards Tuesday night, the likelihood of showers prevails mainly before midnight, the temperature slumping to 39 degrees as winds maintain their north-northeast influence.

The deluge seems relentless with Wednesday also headlining showers and highs cresting at 51 degrees, though in a twist, the winds are expected to shift from northeast to west-northwest in the afternoon, even as chances of rain stay pegged at 90%, the National Weather Service report detailed significant precipitation between a quarter and half of an inch may fall; subsequently, there's a slim 20 percent chance of showers leading into a mostly cloudy Wednesday night, with the thermometer dipping to around 31 degrees. Thursday offers a brief respite to locals with partly sunny skies and a high near 42, echoing a spell of calmer weather, until Friday night welcomes showers again, foreshadowing a rainy weekend, with a 60% chance of rain after midnight.

Saturday's forecast calls for more rain and a possible thunderstorm, with temperatures reaching around 61°F and a 90% chance of precipitation. The rain will likely continue into Saturday night, with lows around 33°F. On Sunday, there may be some sun with partly cloudy skies, a slight chance of rain or snow, and highs around 43°F. The chance of precipitation on Sunday is 20%. For more details on the forecast, visit the National Weather Service website for real-time updates and information.