The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a wind advisory that is in effect until the wee hours of Monday morning, specifically 6 AM CST. This urgent weather message, NWS reported late Sunday evening, warns residents across East Arkansas, North Mississippi, Southeast Missouri, and West Tennessee of the robust northwest winds sweeping through the region.
According to the NWS advisory, the community can expect winds ranging from 15 to 25 mph, with the potential to suddenly gust up to 45 mph. Such vigorous winds possess the power to abruptly blow around objects not securely fastened, potentially leading to downed tree limbs and ensuing power outages. The advisory goes on to counsel that driving could prove particularly challenging, especially for those navigating high-profile vehicles.
The outlook for the coming days, as detailed by the NWS Memphis center, suggests clear skies but with continued chilly temperatures. Today's forecast predicts a sunny day with highs cresting near 36 degrees and northwest winds ranging from 10 to 15 mph, and gusts that might ascend as high as 25 mph. The nighttime will see the mercury drop, with a mostly clear sky and a low around 24 degrees.
The forecast extends into the week with sunny conditions expected to persist through Tuesday, with a high near 39 degrees and a northwest wind around 5 mph that will shift west in the afternoon. Wednesday's weather is even more promising with sunshine bringing a high near 51 degrees, ensuring that the start of the New Year will be crisp but bright, with temperatures steadily climbing to the mid-50s by New Year's Day. But caution should not yet be thrown to the wind, as the forecast later predicts a 50 percent likelihood of showers come Friday.
Residents in areas under a wind advisory may experience disruptions due to forecasted strong gusts. The National Weather Service continues to monitor conditions and is providing updates through its official website and local news outlets.
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