Memphis is waking up to clear skies and mild air this morning, Thursday, March 19, 2026, with the observation at Memphis International Airport (KMEM) sitting at about 50°F. By afternoon, the city heads for a sunny high near 75°F with a light southwest breeze around 5 mph.
Weekend Heat Spike
Each day through the weekend turns a notch warmer, topping out near 85°F on Saturday, March 21, and pushing to about 88°F on Sunday, March 22. Those readings could flirt with local records. Forecasters at the National Weather Service point to a strong southerly flow and expect a cold front to sag through late Sunday, March 22, into Monday morning, March 23, bringing a brief cooldown. No watches or warnings are in effect as of Thursday morning.
What This Means For Plans
The rest of this week and the weekend look mainly dry, with rain chances staying very low. Outdoor events should dodge widespread showers, although the humidity will make Sunday feel noticeably hotter. Light to moderate south-southwest winds (around 5–10 mph) keep conditions breezy but not gusty. Basic summer-style precautions are a good idea for Sunday afternoon: stay hydrated, grab shade during peak afternoon hours, and keep a close eye on pets and children.
Quick Update
This refines our early-March outlook as the warm-up has strengthened and forecast highs have climbed since our March 4 preview. For context, see our earlier March heat preview. We will update this space if any watches, warnings or other changes are issued.
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