Memphis, TN – Heat and humidity will fuel scattered thunderstorms Tuesday afternoon in the Memphis area, bringing a brief but potent risk of heavy rain, gusty winds, and lightning during the late-day commute. Temperatures will climb near 94°F, but humidity will push the heat index close to 103°F before storms develop.
According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms will build after 1 p.m. Tuesday, with activity most likely along and south of I-40. Any storm could produce brief downpours, which may cause ponding on roads like Poplar Avenue and I-240 during rush hour. Winds will shift from the southwest at 5 to 10 mph, increasing ahead of storms.
Wednesday brings an even greater 50% chance of afternoon storms, followed by a slight drop to 40% Thursday, keeping outdoor plans at risk through midweek. Residents should plan for flexible travel schedules, avoid flooded intersections, and move outdoor gatherings indoors if skies darken.
The unsettled pattern will linger through the weekend, though storm coverage should ease slightly by Friday. More updates will be issued if Tuesday’s storms show signs of strengthening.
Five Day Memphis, TN Forecast
- Monday: Sunny and hot. High 93°F, low 76°F.
- Tuesday: Heat index near 103°F with 30% chance of p.m. thunderstorms. High 94°F, low 75°F.
- Wednesday: 50% chance of p.m. thunderstorms. High 94°F, low 74°F.
- Thursday: 40% chance of p.m. thunderstorms. High 93°F, low 75°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, slight storm chance late. High 94°F, low 76°F.
