Memphis wakes up on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, on the chilly side, with morning temperatures in the upper 40s. Sunshine quickly takes over, though, and by afternoon, highs will climb into the upper 60s to near 70 F. East winds stay light, so the morning commute should be dry, calm, and quietly hinting at a much warmer stretch on the way.
Afternoon And Midweek Warmup
Temperatures make a sharper jump on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 80 F. By Thursday, March 26, 2026, the warmup peaks, with readings expected to reach about 86 F as south-southwest winds pick up to around 10 to 15 mph. Dry weather holds through at least Thursday, and forecasters say there is about a 40 percent chance temperatures will top 85 F that afternoon, putting parts of the Mid-South into what the office calls “record territory,” according to the National Weather Service Memphis.
Thursday Heat Precautions
With highs in the mid-80s and gusty afternoon breezes, Thursday will feel more like late spring than a typical March day. It is not dangerous heat, but it is warm enough for some basic precautions: carry water if you are out for long stretches, limit heavy outdoor work during the hottest midafternoon hours, and check on neighbors, pets, and anyone without reliable air conditioning. No heat advisories are in effect, yet anyone spending most of the day outside will notice the early-season sizzle.
Friday Front And Cooler Weekend
A cold front sweeps through on Friday, March 27, 2026, bringing a slight chance of light rain mainly north of I-40 and kicking up gusty northwest winds. Temperatures tumble behind the front, with highs only in the low 60s on Friday afternoon and lows dropping into the 40s on Friday night. Northern sections of the region could see the upper 30s both Saturday and Sunday mornings. Gusts up to 30 mph are possible late Friday into Friday night, so secure loose outdoor items and plan for a blustery, abrupt step back into cooler air, according to the National Weather Service in Memphis.
Plan Ahead
If you are scheduling outdoor events this week, midweek afternoons are the sweet spot: warm, dry, and breezy. By late Friday, conditions turn cooler and windy, which could make evening plans less comfortable, especially for anything exposed or on the riverfront. For background on the broader pattern and earlier coverage of this March heat, see our earlier March heat forecast; updates will be posted here if any watches or warnings are issued.
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