Memphis is waking up to clear skies Thursday, with a sunny afternoon ahead and temperatures climbing to around 79 degrees. The catch is the dry air: Rain is not expected, and elevated fire danger will remain a concern as vegetation dries out.
According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, light NNE winds will increase to 5–7 knots Thursday, while afternoon humidity drops below 30%. That combination of dry air and parched fuels means residents should use extra care with outdoor burning, cigarettes and matches.
Sunny Thursday, Clear And Cooler Tonight
Thursday night will be clear, with temperatures falling to around 53 degrees and northeast winds near 5 mph. Friday will look much the same, with sunshine, a high near 79 and another clear night dipping to about 53. No rain is in the forecast through the end of the week.
Dry Weather Keeps Fire Concerns Elevated
The weather service says dry vegetation and low humidity will continue to raise fire danger through Friday afternoon. Light winds are expected to keep conditions below the level requiring a Red Flag Warning, but the agency is still urging residents to follow any local burn bans and properly dispose of cigarettes and matches.
Warm Weekend Gradually Gives Way To More Clouds
Saturday should have substantial high cloud cover, with a high in the middle to low 70s, while Sunday will also have high cloud cover and reach the middle to low 70s. Overnight lows will stay in the low 50s, and Sunday night into Monday may bring more clouds without meaningful rain.
Next week's temperatures remain uncertain, while precipitation chances are bleak.
