Tennessee commuters are driving through light rain and mist this morning, with damp pavement reflecting brake lights across Memphis. Visibility has dropped at times, and temperatures are hovering near 51 degrees. A few light showers linger early, creating slick spots on bridges and elevated ramps.
According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, rain chances taper through the morning with gradual clearing by afternoon. Highs reach near 56 degrees as northeast winds ease to 5 to 10 mph. Skies turn mostly clear tonight, and temperatures fall sharply to around 36 degrees. Any leftover moisture could briefly refreeze on untreated surfaces before sunrise, especially on rural roads and overpasses.
Sunshine dominates Thursday with highs near 59. The warming trend continues Friday as readings climb to 63 under partly sunny skies. That puts the Mid-South above mid-February averages and signals a strengthening warm front across the region.
Valentine’s Weekend turns unsettled. A 40 percent chance of showers develops late Friday night. Rain becomes likely Saturday, with highs near 61. Showers and possible thunderstorms continue Saturday night, with precipitation chances near 80 percent. Expect ponding water along I-40, I-55, and U.S. 64. Allow extra travel time if heading out Saturday evening.
Showers linger into Sunday morning before partial clearing and highs near 62. Early next week stays mild, with mid-60s possible by Washington’s Birthday and upper 60s by Tuesday. Long-range trends favor temperatures 10 to 20 degrees above average into late next week.
Five Day Outlook for Memphis, Tennessee:
Today: Becoming sunny, high near 56.
Tonight: Mostly clear, low around 36.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 59.
Friday: Partly sunny, high near 63.
Saturday: Showers likely, high near 61.
