Memphis, Tennessee – The Mid-South wakes under a frosty stillness this Veterans Day morning, the air sharp and quiet as temperatures dip to 28°F. Lawns glitter under the first hard frost of November, while a faint haze clings to the lowlands along the Mississippi River. But this bitter start won’t last — by midweek, the Bluff City will feel more like early fall than late autumn.
According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, sunshine will dominate through the day, helping temperatures rebound into the mid-50s. Southwesterly winds pick up through the afternoon, signaling a steady warm-up that builds through the rest of the week. Residents heading to parades or outdoor ceremonies should dress in layers early, then shed them by lunch as the chill fades quickly.
By Wednesday, highs soar into the upper 60s under bright skies. The late-week stretch brings an even sharper contrast — Thursday and Friday reach the low to mid-70s, nearly 20 degrees above normal for November. Calm conditions and dry air will make for ideal travel and outdoor work along I-40, U.S. 78, and throughout the metro area.
This extended mild spell offers a great window for outdoor chores, leaf cleanup, or early holiday decorating before colder weather returns later in the month. Weekend rain chances appear light, with scattered showers possible Saturday and Sunday.
For now, Memphis enjoys a perfect “fall pause” — crisp mornings, soft breezes, and plenty of sunshine before Thanksgiving travel weather becomes the next big story.
Five-Day Outlook for Memphis, TN:
Mon: 54/28 – Sunny; breezy afternoon.
Tue: 67/44 – Mostly sunny; milder.
Wed: 70/44 – Bright and calm.
Thu: 75/56 – Mostly sunny; warm.
Fri: 75/57 – Mild; showers late weekend.
