Memphis woke up Wednesday, July 22 to a sticky, mostly cloudy start after scattered, gusty storms rode a cold front south overnight. Early temperatures are holding in the upper 70s to low 80s, and winds are already swinging around to the north‑northeast ahead of a sunnier, still‑hot afternoon.
Cooling Help Downtown
The city and nonprofit partners have opened the Hospitality Hub as an emergency cooling center for people who need relief from the heat, with MATA offering free pickups during posted hours, according to an emergency cooling center downtown. Organizers say it is smart to check posted hours before heading downtown, since operating times and pickup windows can shift with changing conditions.
What To Expect Wednesday, July 22
Wednesday will be sunny and hot, with a high near 90°F and north‑northeast winds around 10–15 mph. The breeze will take the edge off a bit, but humidity will still be noticeable in low‑lying areas. Scattered strong‑to‑severe storms moved along the front overnight, bringing gusty winds and pockets of heavy rain, though the severe threat should fade through the morning.
A Heat Advisory is in effect for counties south of the front in Mississippi, where heat indices could top 105°F roughly between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Drier air filters in Thursday and Friday, but longer‑range guidance keeps dangerous heat returning by Sunday and into early next week, with highs climbing into the mid‑to‑upper 90s and near 100°F Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
Be Heat‑Smart
If you work or exercise outdoors, take frequent breaks, sip water regularly, and avoid strenuous activity during the peak afternoon heat. If you or someone you know needs air‑conditioned shelter, the Hospitality Hub and other cooling sites are available; check local updates before you go, and keep in mind that isolated storms can still pop up later in the day.
