Tennessee wakes to swirling flakes and a low gray ceiling, with snow sticking to roads and wind pushing icy mist across the Mid-South. Conditions feel raw and unstable, the kind that can unravel plans fast and leave travel decisions with little margin for error.
According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect through Sunday evening. Heavy snow and sleet are expected, with totals between 3 and 9 inches across parts of west Tennessee, north Mississippi, and east Arkansas. Ice accumulations near two-tenths of an inch add another layer of seeing trouble, especially on trees and power lines. A Cold Weather Advisory continues, followed by an Extreme Cold Watch beginning Sunday evening.
Across the region, impacts stack quickly. Snow-covered roads may become nearly impassable at times. Ice increases the risk of power outages and falling limbs. Travel is strongly discouraged as conditions worsen through the day, particularly on bridges and untreated secondary roads.
In Memphis, snow mixes with sleet at times, lowering visibility and compacting quickly on roadways. Traffic on I-40, I-55, and major surface streets slows as traction drops. Flash freezing remains a concern once snowfall eases, as temperatures stay well below freezing and any melted snow refreezes rapidly.
Cold tightens its grip into early next week. Wind chills may plunge as low as 15 below zero, raising concerns for frostbite, hypothermia, and frozen pipes. Even after skies clear, bitter air lingers, keeping roads slick in shaded areas.
Conditions gradually improve midweek, but winter hazards remain front and center for now. Additional advisories could be issued. Are you traveling or seeing heavy snow where you live? Share what conditions look like in your area.
Five-Day Outlook for Memphis, Tennessee
• Today: Snow and sleet; high near 22
• Sunday: Wintry mix, tapering late; high near 19
• Monday: Cold and mostly sunny; high near 17
• Tuesday: Sunny, very cold; high near 29
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny; high near 31
