The National Weather Service in Memphis has released a detailed forecast for the coming week, projecting a mix of sunny days, potential showers, and escalating heat indices that could surpass the century mark. Today’s conditions are anticipated to be sunny with a high near 95 degrees, while the heat index might climb to a sweltering 102 degrees. A calm wind from the southwest is expected to settle in the afternoon. The weather update elucidates a mostly clear night ahead, with the mercury dipping slightly to around 75 degrees.
Looking forward to the weekend, Sunday promises continued sunshine and a high nudging closer to 96. Heat index values on this day are to potentially rise even higher, reaching 105 degrees. The pattern of calm winds persists, turning west southwest in the morning. As the new week unfolds, chances of showers and thunderstorms incrementally increase with a 40 percent possibility on Monday afternoon after 1pm, and a forecasted high once more in the mid-90s. The evening, however, will bring a slight reprieve with just a 20 percent chance of precipitation.
Midweek, expect the potential for stormy weather to intensify as Tuesday introduces a 50 percent chance for showers and thunderstorms post 1pm. High temperatures are anticipated to hover in the mid-90s again, with winds remaining light and variable. Conditions overnight on Tuesday are likely to be mostly cloudy with a continuing 30 percent chance of rain and thunder, while temperatures stay steady with lows around 75 degrees, according to the NWS.
Wednesday’s forecast is indeed looking wetter, with a 60 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm after the early afternoon. Even with the cloud cover and rainfall, high temps are predicted to remain relatively high, near 92. Into the night, the likelihood of precipitation sits at 40 percent. Thursday will similarly be partial to showers and thunderstorms with a 50 percent chance of rainfall during the day and a 40 percent chance in the evening. Wrapping up the week, Friday’s weather continues the pattern, pairing a 40 percent chance of rain with a high temperature again near the mid-90s.
These data are accessible to the public and provide a crucial guide for residents to prepare and adjust their plans accordingly. To stay informed about the latest weather developments in the Memphis area, individuals are encouraged to consult the NWS website directly at NWS Memphis.
