Memphis is stepping straight into summertime mode this Thursday, March 26, 2026, with clear skies, a mild start around 64°F at Memphis International Airport, and an unusually warm afternoon on tap. The high is expected to climb near 85°F, and a steady push of southerly wind will make it feel every bit like an early taste of June. If you are planning to be outside, be ready for a warm, breezy, and somewhat blustery afternoon and early evening.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Southerly winds are expected to ramp up to around 10-15 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph this afternoon. That is enough to give high-profile vehicles a bit of a shove and to send unsecured lawn chairs on a short trip across the yard. The National Weather Service has issued Wind Advisories for parts of northeast Arkansas and the Missouri Bootheel. Memphis itself is not under an advisory, but the city should still brace for gusty conditions. It is a good idea to tie down or bring in loose outdoor items and use extra caution on exposed bridges and overpasses later today.
Front Brings Showers Friday And Cooler Weekend
A cold front is set to move through on Friday, bringing a 20-40% chance of showers mainly north of I-40 and trimming afternoon highs back into the upper 50s. The National Weather Service notes that much of the area south of I-40 may stay dry, but Friday night will feel noticeably cooler, with lows dropping to around 41°F. Saturday should rebound with more sunshine and a high near 63°F, although there is still a small chance of frost in the northern Mid-South if winds relax enough overnight.
Next Week: Warm Return
By Sunday, southerly flow builds back in and holds through early next week, nudging highs toward the 70s and then into the low 80s by Tuesday and Wednesday. The forecast discussion also flags an elevated fire danger on Saturday across parts of the Mid-South, as drier air and northeast winds settle in. As humidity increases again later next week, that threat should ease. Heading into Tuesday, keep an eye out for a slight chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms as moisture gradually returns to the region.
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