Memphis woke up to the kind of Thursday morning that practically begs you to take your coffee outside. Clear skies, a crisp 52°F at Memphis International Airport, and a light north breeze made for a refreshingly dry start compared with the muggy stretch we just had. Mostly sunny skies should stick around through the afternoon with a comfortable high near 69°F, followed by a cool evening under partly cloudy skies and a low around 50°F. If you have outdoor errands or a lunch break to burn, today is the easy winner.
Afternoon And Tonight
Afternoon highs are expected to top out near 69°F with north winds around 5 mph, gradually easing and turning more southerly tonight as high pressure slips off to the east. With humidity staying lower than it has been, the air will feel noticeably crisper into the evening. No rain is in the cards through tonight, so any outdoor plans should be good to go.
Weekend Outlook
Temperatures will climb into the weekend, with highs near 76°F on Friday and rising into the low 80s by Saturday. After that, the weather pattern starts to wobble a bit. A slight chance of showers Saturday night opens the door to a much wetter setup on Sunday, when showers and thunderstorms are likely. Forecasters are pegging rain chances around 60%, with most spots expected to see a steady, soaking rain. Severe storms are not favored at this time, but forecasters will keep an eye on things. For the latest timing and details, check the National Weather Service Memphis and our earlier coverage for context on the sun-before-storms setup.
What To Pack And Plan
Most commutes through Friday should stay dry, but if you are organizing outdoor events or games, plan to move them inside on Sunday if you can. Storms could bring lightning and brief heavy downpours. Keep rain gear handy and check forecast updates Sunday morning in case the front speeds up or slows down. There are no watches or warnings in effect right now, but keep your phone nearby for any alerts if conditions change.
