Tennessee – Damp streets reflected early morning headlights across the Mid-South as mild December air pushed north. Light drizzle developed before sunrise, enough to darken pavement and slow traffic during the Monday commute.
According to the National Weather Service, spotty drizzle and light rain remain possible through late morning across Shelby County and nearby areas. Highs climb into the low 60s today as south winds increase slightly. Drivers along I-40, I-55, and surface roads should expect slick stretches, especially where drizzle lingers into midmorning.
Conditions trend wetter Tuesday morning. Rain chances rise quickly after daybreak, with steady showers likely during peak travel hours. Temperatures surge toward the upper 60s, keeping precipitation liquid and preventing winter hazards for now. Visibility may drop at times, so allow extra braking distance and expect brief slowdowns near river crossings and interchanges.
By Tuesday night, rain tapers off as warmer air settles in. Clouds linger, but road conditions improve. Wednesday delivers the Christmas Eve tease. Sunshine returns, and highs push into the low 70s, a striking contrast for the first official week of winter. To be fair, the warmth supports smooth holiday travel, but it also signals a broader pattern shift unfolding nationwide.
Meteorologists note that cooler air could return after Christmas. Any later cooldown combined with leftover moisture may raise slick-spot concerns later this week, especially after sunset. For now, winter stays quiet locally.
Plan errands earlier today, keep headlights on in drizzle, and monitor changing conditions Tuesday morning. Holiday traffic builds quickly across Memphis corridors.
Traveling this week? Let us know how roads look in your part of the Mid-South.
Five Day Outlook for Memphis, Tennessee
Monday: Mostly cloudy, drizzle possible, high near 62
Tuesday: Showers likely early, high near 69
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, warm, high near 72
Christmas Day: Partly sunny, mild, high near 73
Friday: Partly sunny, breezy, high near 73
