The National Weather Service in Memphis has provided an update on the weather forecast for the coming days. According to NWS, today might see a slight chance of showers with mostly sunny skies and a high nearing 89 degrees. Winds are expected to stay calm, shifting southwest later in the afternoon.
Tonight's forecast is leaning towards clear skies with a low of around 68 degrees, while the rest of the week seems to be a mix of sun and potential storms. Thursday is slated to be sunny with highs climbing to about 91 degrees, and Friday will be even hotter, with temperatures approaching 98 degrees in some areas. As for the weekend, Memphis residents would do well to keep an umbrella close at hand. Friday night carries a 50 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms which could bring about varying amounts of rainfall.
An update provided early this morning detailed that visibility stands at 10 miles with humidity at 84 percent. NWS Memphis has also noted that wind speeds are light and southerly, measuring about 7 mph. The barometric pressure was recorded at 29.93 inches, or 1013.2 millibars.
Looking ahead, the beginning of next week starts off mostly sunny with highs in the low 80s, but there's a slight chance of rain come Monday night. By Tuesday, Memphis could see more thunderstorms, though NWS only reports a 20 percent chance. These weather predictions could be a useful guide for anyone planning outdoor activities or commuting throughout the region.
