Memphis, TN – Severe storms are forecasted to hit Memphis and Nashville tonight, with damaging winds being the primary concern.
According to the US National Weather Service in Memphis, isolated severe storms are possible from 9 PM to 1 AM, impacting northeast Arkansas, southeast Missouri, and northwest Tennessee. Residents are advised to stay weather aware and have a plan to take shelter if needed.
The National Weather Service in Nashville also warns of potential severe weather this week. Today, temperatures will reach between 90-100 degrees with a 10-40% chance of precipitation. The forecast predicts heavy rainfall and thunderstorms with temperatures ranging from 87-94 degrees on Wednesday and 79-85 degrees on Thursday.
Memphis Forecast:
• Today: Clear skies, high of 96 degrees
• Wednesday: 40% chance of rain, high of 91 degrees
• Thursday: 55% chance of rain, high of 85 degrees
• Friday: Mostly sunny, high of 85 degrees
• Saturday: Sunny, high of 88 degrees
• Sunday: Partly cloudy, high of 89 degrees
Nashville Forecast:
• Today: Sunny, high of 90-100 degrees
• Wednesday: 60-80% chance of rain, high of 87-94 degrees
• Thursday: 50-80% chance of rain, high of 79-85 degrees
• Friday: Partly sunny, high of 79-87 degrees
• Saturday: Chance of rain PM, high of 81-91 degrees
• Sunday: Chance of rain, high of 81-90 degrees
According to the weather services, gusts up to 60 mph are possible, and while hail is not expected, a tornado cannot be ruled out. Residents are urged to stay informed and have multiple ways to receive weather warnings.