Memphis, Tennessee – A late-January cool spell may brush the Mid-South with brief winter weather signals, but current trends point to only a limited chance for snow, with little risk of a widespread or high-impact event.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, the Mid-South sits along the southern edge of a broader cold pattern from Saturday through the following Friday. While colder air is expected to dip into the region at times, storm systems appear weak or displaced enough to the north to limit snowfall coverage and intensity.
In west Tennessee, including Memphis and surrounding Shelby County, overnight or early morning periods could briefly support light snow or flurries if moisture coincides with colder air. Any accumulation would likely be minimal, though bridges and overpasses along Interstates 40 and 55 could turn slick for short periods.
Across eastern Arkansas, including Little Rock, conditions favor cold rain or dry weather most of the time, with only a low-end chance for brief snow if temperatures drop faster than expected. Farther east into northern Mississippi, including Jackson, snow chances remain limited, with impacts expected to be minimal if any wintry precipitation occurs.
Transportation officials across the region advise drivers to stay alert during early morning commutes, especially on elevated roadways. While significant winter weather is not anticipated, small shifts in temperature or storm track could still prompt localized advisories later next week.
