Memphis, Tennessee – Crisp air settles in and breath fogs quickly as winter tightens its grip heading toward the weekend. Sunshine fades fast after sunset, and damp pavement left from recent moisture could refreeze, creating patchy slick spots by early morning hours Saturday and Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures across West Tennessee remain below seasonal averages through the weekend. Afternoon highs hover near 40 degrees Saturday before dropping sharply after sunset. Overnight lows dip into the lower 20s by early Sunday, raising concerns for frost, frozen pipes, and black ice on untreated roads.
Memphis drivers should watch bridges, overpasses, and shaded streets where refreezing happens fastest. While no significant snow is expected locally, light moisture combined with falling temperatures increases the risk of flash freezing, especially before sunrise. Gusty winds earlier in the region give way to calmer conditions, but the cold lingers.
Saturday stays partly sunny and brisk, with a northwest breeze cutting through exposed areas. Sunday brings bright skies but little warmth, as highs struggle into the mid-30s. Pets, plants, and outdoor plumbing need protection, and morning travelers should allow extra time.
Looking ahead, temperatures rebound slightly early next week, though cold nights continue. Meteorologists are monitoring rising precipitation chances beyond the five-day window as colder air remains locked over much of the eastern U.S.
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Five-Day Weather Outlook for Memphis, TN
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 51°, slight shower chance late
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 40°, breezy and cool
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 34°, cold morning frost
- Monday (MLK Day): Mostly sunny, high near 38°
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 39°, cold morning lows near 28°
