Tennessee sunshine is breaking through the morning haze, and the Mississippi River is calm under a pale February sky. Temperatures are climbing toward 60°F in Memphis after a cool 42°F start. Roads are dry for now, and visibility remains clear across I-40 and I-240. It’s a smooth late-morning commute, but changes are already lining up west of the river.
According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, mostly sunny skies hold today with highs near 60°F. Winds stay light out of the east. Friday turns even milder with highs around 65°F before clouds thicken late. A Gulf-fed system then moves into the Mid-South for Valentine’s Weekend.
Showers become likely Saturday with highs near 66°F. Rain chances rise to 70% during the day, then jump to 100% Saturday night. Between 1 and 2 inches of rainfall are possible by early Sunday. Ponding may develop on Poplar Avenue, Lamar Avenue, and stretches of I-55 during heavier bursts. Plan extra travel time Saturday evening.
Sunday stays unsettled with showers and possibly a thunderstorm before tapering later in the day. Highs reach the low 60s. While temperatures remain mild, saturated pavement and gusty winds could slow traffic. Keep devices charged and monitor alerts if storms strengthen.
Sunshine returns by Washington’s Birthday with highs near 65°F. Early next week trends warmer, with upper 60s Tuesday and low 70s by Wednesday. Long-range signals point to above-normal temperatures spreading across the central U.S. through late next week, delivering early spring vibes to the Mid-South.
Heading out this weekend? Watch for slick spots and reduced visibility in heavier rain.
Five Day Outlook for Memphis, Tennessee:
Today: Mostly sunny, high 60°F
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 65°F
Saturday: Showers likely, high 66°F
Sunday: Showers likely, high 63°F
Monday: Sunny, high 65°F
