The latest weather forecast from the National Weather Service in Memphis indicates that locals can expect sunny skies today with temps peaking near a chilly 40 degrees. While the north-northwest wind is projected to stay modest at around 5 mph, it's going to shift to the southwest as the day progresses. NWS Memphis confirms the humidity sits at 72%, with wind chill making it feel more like 16°F this morning.
As the sun goes down, the forecast promises only a partial cloud cover with lows hovering around 33 degrees. The wind will pick up speed slightly, maintaining a south-southwest direction at a 5 to 10 mph clip. For those making plans for the end of the week, expect increasing clouds on Friday with highs potentially reaching the 50-degree mark, as detailed by the NWS.
Looking towards the weekend, the weather appears to show signs of variability. Saturday will be partly sunny, with highs at approximately 39 degrees, while gusts of west-northwest wind at 5 to 10 mph add a nip to the air. If you are stepping out on Saturday night, brace for partially cloudy skies and an expected low of around 19 degrees, as per the recent weather updates.
Sunday's forecast suggests ideal conditions for outdoor activities with sunshine and calmer northwest winds at 5 to 10 mph, shifting southwest later. Temperatures will peak near 32 degrees. Leading into Martin Luther King Day, predictions for the weather indicate "Mostly sunny, with a high near 39," perfect for those commemorating the national holiday outdoors, as stated by the NWS. The following nights look to remain clear, while Wednesday welcomes a slight warm-up with highs potentially reaching 47 degrees.
