Tennessee – Cold air tightens its grip tonight, sending a sharp winter chill across the Mid-South just as skies clear.
A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect for Memphis and surrounding counties from midnight through Sunday morning. Temperatures fall quickly after sunset, bottoming out near 20 degrees, while gusty north winds drive wind chills as low as 1 degree. The cold will feel abrupt after a mild afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, the most dangerous window arrives between 2 a.m. and 9 a.m. Sunday. Exposed skin can develop frostbite quickly. Anyone heading out early should dress in layers, including gloves and a hat. Pets should be brought indoors, and outdoor pipes need protection.
Road conditions stay dry, but travel hazards remain. Cold pavement increases the risk of black ice on bridges and overpasses, especially along I-40, I-55, and I-240. Drivers heading out early Sunday should slow down and watch shaded stretches closely.
Sunday brings bright sunshine but little warmth. Afternoon highs only reach the upper 20s, and the wind keeps it feeling colder. Outdoor activities should be limited, and frequent warming breaks are advised.
Conditions improve Monday as the arctic air retreats. Highs rebound into the upper 30s, then climb steadily through midweek. By Tuesday, Memphis sees highs near 50 degrees, signaling a quick warmup after the cold snap. Melting frost could refreeze late Sunday night, so slick spots remain possible.
This early-season blast is a reminder that winter travel risks are increasing across the region. Charge devices, check on neighbors, and plan extra time if traveling early Sunday.
How cold did it feel where you were this morning around Memphis or the Mid-South?
Five-Day Forecast for Memphis, TN:
Sat: 51/20 – Turning colder; freeze risk late
Sun: 27/17 – Sunny, bitter wind chills early
Mon: 37/28 – Cold morning, gradual warmup
Tue: 49/41 – Milder, mostly sunny
Wed: 57/52 – Warmer, slight rain chance late
