Memphis, Tennessee – A seasonable winter pattern is expected to bring near-normal precipitation across Missouri, Tennessee, and Arkansas heading into mid-January, with above-normal temperatures supporting periods of rain and occasional snow.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, much of the Mid-South is favored to see temperatures above normal during the January 9–13 period, while precipitation trends near seasonal averages. This setup allows rain to dominate at times, with snow mixing in briefly when colder air moves through the region.
Across Missouri, including Springfield, Rolla, and Poplar Bluff, precipitation may fall mainly as rain during warmer periods, with snow possible overnight or early in the day if temperatures dip closer to freezing. In Arkansas, cities such as Little Rock, Jonesboro, and Fort Smith could also see a rain–snow mix depending on timing.
In western and middle Tennessee, including Memphis, Jackson, and Clarksville, rain is more likely during daytime hours, while a brief changeover to snow cannot be ruled out during colder stretches. Major routes such as I-40, I-55, I-24, and I-30 may see changing road conditions, though widespread travel disruptions are not expected.
Drivers should remain alert for localized slick spots on bridges and overpasses during temperature swings. Additional advisories may be issued closer to mid-January if colder air lingers longer than expected or if precipitation timing shifts into colder periods.
