Memphis, Tennessee – Extreme heat continues to grip the Mid-South as Memphis braces for another scorcher on Wednesday, July 30, with a heat index up to 115°F expected by late afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, an Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect until 6 a.m. Thursday, affecting Shelby County, Fayette County, and surrounding areas across West Tennessee, North Mississippi, and East Arkansas. Temperatures will soar to 98°F Wednesday, but humidity will make it feel much hotter. Peak danger for heat-related illness will occur between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Residents are urged to stay indoors, avoid travel on I-40 and I-240 during peak heat hours, and check on elderly neighbors. Drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol and caffeine, and limit physical activity outside.
By Thursday, highs will again near 96°F, but rain chances increase slightly in the afternoon. Storms may bring brief relief and gusty winds, though dangerous heat will persist through early evening.
🔎 Five-Day Forecast for Memphis, TN
(Valid Wednesday, July 30 – Monday, August 4)
- Wednesday, July 30: Sunny and dangerously hot. High near 98°F, heat index up to 115°F. Light winds. Slight chance of evening storms.
- Thursday, July 31: High near 96°F, chance of storms increases to 50% after 1 p.m. Partly sunny with a low near 74°F.
- Friday, August 1: Partly sunny with a 40% chance of scattered thunderstorms. High of 87°F, slightly cooler.
- Saturday, August 2: Mostly clear and dry. Overnight low near 69°F.
- Sunday, August 3: Sunny and milder. High near 90°F. Slight chance of evening storms.
- Monday, August 4: Mostly sunny. Slight chance of afternoon thunderstorms. High around 91°F.
⚠️ Heat warnings remain active through Thursday morning. Further advisories may follow if conditions worsen.
