Saturday, June 20, 2026, is starting clear and mild across Memphis, sitting at roughly 72°F at Memphis International Airport, but a warm front lifting north today will shake things up fast. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to bubble up by late morning and grow more widespread through the afternoon, so count on brief heavy downpours and slick roads right when many people are trying to get around town.
Afternoon Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers and storms are likely Saturday, with a high near 86°F and about a 60% chance of rain. Some of those storms could dump a quick quarter to a half inch of rain, making for sudden puddles and low visibility. Winds should stay light from the south-southeast at around 5 mph, but any stronger storm cells can kick up brief gusts and drop visibility in the heavier rain. The National Weather Service advises building in extra travel time this afternoon and keeping a close eye on the sky.
Sunday Heat And Gusty Nights
Sunday turns up the heat, with a high near 89°F and a heat index that could make it feel as hot as 103°F, which can be tough on anyone sensitive to high temperatures. Storm chances stick around Sunday night into Monday, when south-southwest winds may gust up to about 30 mph and a few stronger storms could wring out heavier rain. Monday's forecast calls for the possibility of roughly a half to three-quarters of an inch of rain in spots, and forecasters are also flagging an elevated chance of heavier rain through next week that could lead to localized flooding if storms keep tracking over the same neighborhoods.
Local Resources And Tips
If you need a break from the heat, the city opened a downtown cooling center earlier this month; check out downtown cooling center details for hours and locations. Transit riders should keep an eye on @RideMATA for any service alerts, carry water if you will be out in the heat, and try to move nonessential outdoor plans to cooler parts of the day or away from active storms.
