Memphis, TN – A sharp blast of Arctic air is sending temperatures well below normal across West Tennessee, North Mississippi, and eastern Arkansas tonight, but a dramatic warmup is expected by midweek.
According to the US National Weather Service in Memphis, Arctic air will filter into the Mid-South late tonight, with much colder temperatures settling in through early Tuesday. Overnight lows are expected to drop into the upper teens and lower 20s in many areas, including Shelby County in Tennessee, DeSoto County in Mississippi, and Crittenden County in Arkansas.
Forecasters say Monday and Tuesday mornings will bring the coldest conditions, with widespread freezes likely. High temperatures during the day will remain below seasonal averages, generally in the 40s to low 50s.
The cold snap will be brief.
According to the National Weather Service, warmer air will begin pushing back into the region by Wednesday morning. Afternoon highs are forecast to climb into the 60s across much of the Memphis metro area, with some locations potentially reaching near 70 degrees by Wednesday afternoon. Above-normal temperatures are expected to continue into late week.
The rapid swing in temperatures could impact morning commutes due to frost and icy patches on elevated surfaces, especially early Monday and Tuesday. Residents are encouraged to protect pets, plants, and exposed pipes during the freeze.
By midweek, however, spring-like conditions will return to the Mid-South.
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