Memphis, TN – Severe thunderstorms are set to strike West Tennessee Sunday evening, bringing lightning, strong winds, and possible flooding along I-55 and I-240.
According to the National Weather Service, storms will begin late Sunday afternoon and intensify into the evening, peaking after midnight. Memphis residents should prepare for damaging winds and downpours that could cause travel disruptions into early Monday morning. Rainfall totals could exceed one inch in some areas. Isolated flooding near low-lying roads is possible.
A 100% chance of rain is forecast for Sunday night with heavy thunderstorms likely between 10 p.m. and 3 a.m. Motorists traveling along I-55 and I-240 should avoid non-essential travel during that time. Flash flooding in poorly drained areas may impact morning commutes Monday.
Daytime Sunday may bring some sunshine before 1 p.m., but clouds will increase as storms develop across the region. Highs will reach near 81°F with south winds gusting up to 25 mph. Monday clears out with sunny skies and cooler air, topping out at 63°F.
5-Day Memphis Weather Outlook:
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 63°F, low around 43°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny and warmer with a high of 71°F.
- Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 83°F.
- Thursday: 80% chance of rain and storms, high near 80°F.
- Friday: Continued rain chances at 50%, high near 79°F.
