Memphis, TN – Mid-South residents should prepare for a warmer-than-usual start to October, according to the National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center.
The outlook, issued Friday, shows above-normal temperatures expected across Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi for the period of October 2–10. According to the National Weather Service, much of the central and eastern United States is forecast to see unseasonably warm conditions during the first two weeks of the month.
In the precipitation outlook, Arkansas and northern Mississippi fall near or slightly below normal rainfall, while Tennessee trends closer to drier-than-normal conditions, especially in the early part of October. By mid-month, rainfall chances increase somewhat across the Southeast, but the Mid-South remains likely to see limited precipitation.
Forecasters note that the combination of heat and limited rain could increase drought concerns if the pattern persists. Residents are advised to monitor local forecasts as conditions develop, especially those planning outdoor activities, agriculture operations, or travel.
The forecast indicates that early fall will feel more like late summer, continuing the trend of warmer-than-average weather experienced in much of September.
