The National Weather Service in Memphis has updated locals on the latest conditions and what to expect in the days to come. Today, residents can anticipate partly sunny skies with a high near 87 degrees, accompanied by a south southwest breeze around 10 mph. For tonight, weather predictions suggest a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10 p.m., followed by a possible continuation of showers until midnight. The chances of precipitation are pegged at 20%, and the temperatures will hover around 69 degrees with a gentle south wind, according to the NWS forecast.
Looking ahead to Wednesday, the forecast is mostly sunny with a high nearing 85 degrees and south winds blowing at a pace of 5 to 15 mph. However, the serenity may be disrupted come nightfall, as there is a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Residents should expect mostly cloudy conditions with lows dipping to around 68 degrees and potential new rainfall amounts ranging from a tenth to a quarter of an inch, though this could be higher in the event of thunderstorms.
According to the NWS Memphis, Tennesseans should brace for more inclement weather on Thursday with showers and possible thunderstorms. The likelihood of precipitation skyrockets to 90%, with substantial new rainfall between half and three-quarters of an inch. The day's high is forecasted to be near 80 degrees, with robust south southwest winds that may include gusts of up to 25 mph. The following night, the chance of thunderstorms persists early, followed by an ongoing possibility of showers, maintaining a mostly cloudy night with lows around 62 degrees.
The unsettled weather pattern seems to continue into Friday, with a slight chance of showers in the morning and then a chance of showers and thunderstorms post 1 p.m. It's predicted to be partly sunny with a high near 77 degrees and northwest winds at 5 to 10 mph. Conversely, Friday evening will bring some respite from the rain, presenting partly cloudy skies and a mild temperature of about 55 degrees. As the weekend approaches, forecasters expect sunny days ahead, with highs reaching into the mid-70s and clear evenings, as per the NWS forecast.
