Memphis woke to a cloudy, mild Friday morning on March 27, with temperatures near 68°F, but the spring comfort will not last long. As a cold front pushes through, brief, light rain is possible after midmorning, and a sharp afternoon cooldown will knock temperatures from an early high near 73°F down into the mid-50s by late afternoon. Commuters should plan for a noticeably chillier and windier ride home.
Afternoon Winds And Rain Chances
Showers are most likely after midmorning into the afternoon, with about a 50% chance and light totals of less than one-tenth of an inch. Winds will be out of the west-northwest at 10-20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph, so expect blustery conditions on bridges and along the river, and high-profile vehicles should use extra caution. According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, wind advisories are in effect for parts of northeast Arkansas and the Missouri Bootheel, though Memphis itself is expected to see brisk but sub-advisory gusts.
Weekend Dry Spell Raises Fire Concerns
Saturday turns sunny and much drier with a high near 63°F, but very low humidity in the upper teens to low 20s will create elevated fire danger across the Mid-South. That combination of dry fuels and breezy conditions makes outdoor burning risky, so it is a good day to postpone debris burning and stay cautious with grills and outdoor equipment. The Shelby County Health Department provides local open-burning rules and permit information for residents.
Quick Warmup Early Next Week
Temperatures rebound early next week, with highs climbing into the 80s by Monday and Tuesday and only spotty shower chances through midweek. A stronger system may bring better rain chances around Wednesday-Thursday, so keep an eye on any outdoor plans that might be affected. Check the National Weather Service in Memphis for the latest updates.
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