Memphis, Tennessee – Tennessee sunshine is setting up a rapid heat climb, with Memphis heading toward a 101-degree heat index Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service, Memphis reaches about 95 degrees today. An Air Quality Alert is also posted on the local NWS page.
Memphis International Airport reported 79 degrees at 8:54 a.m. Humidity stood at 58%, with a heat index of 81.
The bigger heat arrives Sunday. Temperatures reach 98 degrees, while the heat index could climb as high as 101.
That combination matters for outdoor workers, athletes and families spending extended periods outside. Drink water frequently and schedule breaks in air conditioning.
The warm pattern does not retreat Monday. Sunshine pushes temperatures to 97 degrees before Tuesday returns to 98.
Wednesday brings the hottest listed five-day temperature at 99 degrees. Early morning lows also rise into the upper 70s.
That limited early-morning cooling can increase heat stress over several consecutive days.
Drivers crossing the Mississippi River on I-40 or I-55 should prepare vehicles before longer trips. Carry water and never leave children or pets inside parked cars.
No rain or thunderstorms appear in the supplied Memphis data through Wednesday. Therefore, the local outlook does not indicate a tornado threat during this period.
Friday introduces the first listed change. The NWS shows a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms with another high near 99.
For now, heat and air quality deserve attention. Residents sensitive to poor air quality should follow the posted alert and limit exposure as recommended.
The hot pattern continues beyond Wednesday, with Thursday also near 99 degrees. Watch for additional weather or heat alerts if conditions intensify.
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Five-Day Weather Outlook for Memphis, Tennessee
- Today: Sunny, high near 95°F. Low near 73°F.
- Sunday: Sunny and hot, high near 98°F. Heat index up to 101°F.
- Monday: Sunny and hot, high near 97°F. Low near 78°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny and hot, high near 98°F. Low near 78°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny and hot, high near 99°F. Low near 78°F.
