Memphis, Tennessee – Expect another sweltering afternoon in Memphis as heat and humidity build again Friday, July 18, with thunderstorms in the mix by late day.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will climb to 96°F Friday, with heat index values reaching as high as 107°F by mid-afternoon. A 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected after 1 p.m., especially near the Mississippi River and along I-55 and I-40 corridors. Winds will stay light but southerly flow keeps humidity levels dangerously high.
Memphis residents are under a continued heat advisory until 9 p.m. Thursday, and similar heat is expected to return Friday afternoon. Drivers, especially those heading along I-55 or U.S. Route 78, should anticipate slick roads if thunderstorms develop during the evening commute. Outdoor workers should take precautions, stay hydrated, and limit exertion during peak afternoon hours.
Looking ahead, Saturday brings more heat, with a high near 95°F and a 30% chance of afternoon storms, while Sunday stays partly cloudy with only a slight chance of rain. The humidity remains stubborn through the weekend, with overnight lows hovering around 77°F.
🔎 Five-Day Forecast for Memphis, TN: July 18–23
- Friday (July 18): High 96°F, heat index 107°, 40% chance of storms after 1 p.m.
- Saturday: High 95°F, 30% chance of storms after 1 p.m., mostly sunny
- Sunday: High 96°F, 20% chance of storms, partly cloudy
- Monday: High 98°F, mostly clear, very hot
- Tuesday: High 100°F, mostly sunny, dangerously hot afternoon
🔥 More summer heat is expected into midweek — heat-related advisories could return as early as Monday night.
