Memphis woke up to clear skies and a sharp chill on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, with early morning readings in the low 20s at Memphis International Airport. The big change comes fast, though, as temperatures climb into the mid 50s by late afternoon. South winds will strengthen through the day, so expect it to feel breezy even as it warms. Outdoor plans should be comfortable by midday, followed by a mild, windy afternoon and a cool, mostly cloudy night.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Southerly winds are expected to increase to around 5 to 15 mph through midday, with gusts pushing up to 30 mph this afternoon. That is enough to shake light patio furniture and give high-profile vehicles a tougher time on bridges and open stretches of road, so it is a good idea to secure anything that might blow around before you head out. Winds stay on the breezy side into the evening while temperatures slide back to the mid 40s tonight.
Rain Returns Thursday
A weak cold front moves in late Wednesday into Thursday, bringing likely rain showers on Thursday with new rainfall amounts of roughly a quarter to a half inch possible. A few thunderstorms cannot be ruled out, but forecasters say the severe threat with this system remains very low. For hourly timing and the latest updates, see the National Weather Service Memphis.
Warm Weekend Ahead
Once the front moves through, drier and warmer weather returns. Friday, February 27, 2026, should be mostly sunny with highs near 64°F, and Saturday, February 28, 2026, could make a run toward 70°F. Meteorological spring starts Sunday, March 1, 2026, with only a slight chance of afternoon showers in the forecast.
How To Prepare
Plan on layers for the day: bring a jacket for the cold morning commute, then be ready to shed a layer for a milder afternoon. Tie down or bring in outdoor furniture before the gustier period, and have an umbrella handy if you will be out and about on Thursday. For real-time conditions, updated timing, and any advisories, check the NWS Memphis forecast.
