Tennessee – Cool air brushes exposed skin early, and damp pavement carries a winter edge. Conditions look quiet at first, but the pattern shifts quickly as colder air tightens its grip on West Tennessee heading into the MLK Day holiday.
According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, today stays mostly sunny with highs near 51 degrees. A brief shower can’t be ruled out this afternoon, though coverage remains limited. Winds ease later, allowing temperatures to fall steadily after sunset.
Saturday turns cooler and calmer. Highs struggle to reach 40 degrees despite partial sunshine. The colder air settles in fully by evening, sending temperatures down into the low 20s by Saturday night. Any leftover moisture on roads or sidewalks may freeze, especially on bridges and shaded stretches.
Sunday brings bright skies but little warmth. Afternoon temperatures peak near 37 degrees, keeping a firm winter feel in place. Drivers along I-40, I-55, and surface streets across Memphis should remain cautious during early morning and evening hours, when refreezing is most likely. Flash freezing becomes a concern when daytime melting meets clear, cold nights.
By MLK Day Monday, sunshine continues, but the cold lingers. Morning lows sit near 20 degrees, with highs again near the upper 30s. Conditions slowly improve Tuesday as temperatures climb into the low 40s. Looking ahead, rain chances increase midweek as milder air begins pushing back into the Mid-South.
Residents should protect pipes, cover sensitive plants, and plan extra time for cold-weather travel. Keep coats and gloves ready, especially during early commutes. Heading out this weekend or Monday morning? How slick did roads feel where you live?
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Memphis, Tennessee
Today: Mostly sunny, slight shower chance, high near 51
Saturday: Partly sunny, colder, high near 40
Sunday: Sunny and cold, high near 37
MLK Day Monday: Mostly sunny, cold morning, high near 37
Tuesday: Sunny and milder, high near 42
