Memphis, Tennessee – Drivers across eastern Arkansas and western Tennessee could face water-covered roads and reduced visibility during the April 1–7 period as repeated rounds of rain move through the Mid-South, increasing the risk of travel delays along I-40, I-55, and I-240.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, this region sits within a 40–60% probability zone for heavy precipitation, with a broader corridor of above-normal rainfall stretching from the Gulf Coast into the Midwest. Multiple storm systems are expected to track through the region, bringing steady rain and periods of heavier downpours.
Rainfall totals between 2 and 4 inches are possible, particularly in cities like Memphis, Little Rock, Jonesboro, and Jackson. Low-lying roads and flood-prone areas could see rapid water accumulation during heavier rainfall. The Mississippi River and its tributaries may rise as runoff increases, while local agencies such as ARDOT and TDOT could issue alerts if standing water impacts major highways.
Temperatures are expected to trend above normal, with warm and humid conditions supporting a moisture-rich pattern that enhances rainfall intensity.
This wet and unsettled pattern will persist through April 1–7, with additional advisories or localized flood warnings possible as conditions evolve across the region.
