Memphis is starting Wednesday on a crisp note, around 55°F at Memphis International Airport, but it will not stay cool for long. Expect mostly sunny skies and a quick warm-up to a high near 82°F on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, with light south-southwest breezes gradually picking up through the afternoon.
Afternoon Warmth And A Gentle Breeze
Mostly sunny weather is expected to hang on through Thursday, giving the city its best stretch for outdoor plans that can handle some early-season heat. Winds should stay on the mild side, generally around 5 to 10 mph, edging closer to 10 mph by late afternoon in some spots.
Late-Week Rain And Strong Storm Setup
Things take a turn on Friday, April 24, 2026, as showers and thunderstorms become likely, with the most active period arriving Friday night. Through the weekend, new rainfall totals of about one-quarter to three-quarters of an inch are possible. The National Weather Service in Memphis says storm coverage should peak late Friday into the weekend, and conditions could support strong to severe thunderstorms on Monday, April 27, 2026, according to NWS Memphis.
Plan Around The Storms
If you have outdoor plans late this week, keep them flexible for Friday and be ready to pivot indoors. Rain gear will be a smart grab for weekend events, since brief heavy downpours can quickly slick roads and put a damper on smaller gatherings. We recently covered the warm-up and elevated fire risk in spring heat turns yard work into fire risk, and we will post fresh updates if the storm threat ramps up.
