Memphis rolled into Sunday, May 24, 2026, under a blanket of low clouds and patchy fog, with temperatures sitting near 68°F at Memphis International Airport and dewpoints in the mid 60s. It feels muggy and mostly cloudy to start, and highs are expected to reach around 81°F as a late morning round of showers and thunderstorms moves in. Drivers could see slowed travel on bridges and low-lying roads where visibility drops.
Morning Fog And Late Morning Storms
The fog should lift shortly after sunrise, but scattered showers and a window for stronger storms are favored from about 10 a.m. into early afternoon, with roughly a 40% chance of rain and light southwest winds of 0 to 5 mph. Any thunderstorm could dump brief heavy downpours, and some spots may pick up a tenth to a quarter inch of new rainfall. Plan on a little extra time for the morning and midday drives, and keep an eye on radar for any quick buildups, according to NWS Memphis.
Memorial Day And Flooding Risk
Monday, Memorial Day (May 25, 2026), looks more unsettled, with patchy fog early, then showers and thunderstorms likely through the day. The high should land near 80°F, with about a 60% chance of precipitation. A National Weather Service discussion highlights precipitable water values near 2 inches, unusually high for this point in the season, which bumps up the risk for localized flash flooding, especially in urban and low lying neighborhoods. Some areas could see a quarter to a half inch of rain. Daily storm chances are expected to stick around into next week as the wet pattern hangs on, according to the NWS.
How To Prepare
Have a solid indoor backup ready for any outdoor Memorial Day plans, keep rain gear handy, and avoid driving through standing water, turn around, do not drown. Secure loose yard items and be ready for brief travel delays from sudden downpours and ponding on untreated streets. Stay plugged into local forecasts and alerts through the holiday and into next week.
