Memphis, Tennessee – A stretch of warm, dry weather across West Tennessee won’t last much longer — storms are set to return this weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms develops Saturday morning, with a stronger system likely on Sunday. Thunderstorms could impact travel along I-240 and I-40, especially late Sunday into Monday morning. Some storms may be strong, so drivers should monitor updates and avoid flooded roads.
Wednesday will stay calm and sunny with a high near 83°F and light winds from the west. Thursday also remains clear and dry, reaching a high near 79°F before clouds increase late Friday. A slight chance of showers returns Friday night, with rain chances increasing to 30% by early Saturday.
Memphis could see widespread showers and thunderstorms through Sunday evening, with temperatures staying in the low to mid-80s. Showers may linger into Memorial Day, with a 50% chance of storms on Monday. Outdoor events may need backup plans, especially in the afternoon and evening hours.
Looking ahead, Tuesday offers some relief with only a 20% chance of rain and highs near 76°F. The rest of next week may trend drier, but scattered showers could persist.
Stay weather-aware through Memorial Day. More updates will follow as storm timing becomes clearer.
