Memphis woke up sticky Friday morning, June 26, 2026, with clear but muggy air and temperatures near 79°F at Memphis International Airport. Dew points are already sitting in the low 70s, which means the air feels every bit as thick as it sounds. Humidity is high and the city will heat up quickly, so plan on a hot afternoon and a warm night ahead, with south-southwest breezes picking up as the day goes on. (tgftp.nws.noaa.gov)
Today And Tonight
Mostly sunny skies should dominate today, with a high near 90°F and south-southwest winds around 10 to 15 mph, occasionally gusty. There is a small chance of a brief shower early Friday morning, but most of the metro is expected to stay dry through the evening. According to the National Weather Service Memphis, overnight lows will linger in the low to mid 70s, which means it will not cool off much after sunset.
Afternoon Gusts And Pop-Up Storms
Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are on the table Friday afternoon and again Saturday afternoon. The strongest storms could bring damaging wind gusts and heavy downpours that briefly flood low-lying streets. Forecasts keep the severe threat on the low side, so many neighborhoods may only see quick-hit, pop-up storms. Still, localized damaging gusts are possible, so it is smart to keep a weather app handy during the afternoon drive and head indoors quickly if lightning flashes or skies turn dark in a hurry. ([weather.gov](https://www.weather.gov/meg?utm_source=openai))
Heat Spike This Weekend And Next Week
The heat ramps up fast from here. Highs near 92°F are expected Saturday, with heat index values potentially reaching 105°F. By Monday and Tuesday, highs climb into the mid to upper 90s, with some forecasts calling for around 97°F Monday and near 99°F Tuesday. Daytime heat indices could top 105°F at times next week, conditions that can turn dangerous for anyone spending long stretches outdoors. Forecasters say heat advisories or even warnings may be needed if the upper-level ridge over the region continues to strengthen. ([weather.gov](https://www.weather.gov/meg?utm_source=openai))
How To Stay Cool
Downtown cooling options are already in play, with the Hospitality Hub opening an emergency cooling center earlier this month, and local coverage highlighting other places to beat the heat. For a local roundup and details on downtown cooling, see this list of cooling spots. If you or your neighbors are vulnerable to extreme heat, avoid strenuous activity during the afternoon, drink plenty of water, and never leave children or pets in parked cars, even for a short time. ([hoodline.com](https://hoodline.com/2026/06/morning-calm-pop-up-storms-as-memphis-braces-for-weekend-sizzle/))
