MEMPHIS, Tenn. – A string of bright fall days is unfolding across the Mid-South, setting up a picture-perfect Columbus Day weekend for outdoor plans and holiday travel. Temperatures will climb into the low 80s through early next week, giving families ideal conditions for pumpkin patches, park visits, and seasonal festivals.
According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, the calm pattern will hold through at least Wednesday, with plenty of sun each afternoon and comfortable lows in the upper 50s to near 60°F. Winds remain light from the northeast, keeping humidity levels low and visibility excellent for road travel along I-40 and I-55. No rain or storm systems are expected through the midweek period.
While this mild stretch offers a pleasant reprieve, residents should still plan for cool mornings. Light jackets are recommended for early commuters and sunrise runners. Gardeners are encouraged to monitor later-week lows, as another cool front could approach by Thursday, possibly signaling the first hints of a broader fall cooldown later this month.
Travelers heading out for Columbus Day events can expect smooth conditions across West Tennessee, North Mississippi, and Eastern Arkansas. Drivers are advised to check tire pressure before long trips, as temperature swings can affect readings. Clear skies will also make for excellent leaf-viewing and evening events across Shelby County and the Mississippi River parks.
Five-Day Forecast for Memphis, TN:
Sat: 80/57 – Sunny, calm winds; ideal for outdoor events.
Sun: 81/56 – Sunny and mild; great for pumpkin patch visits.
Mon (Columbus Day): 83/60 – Sunny, light northeast breeze; pleasant for travel.
Tue: 83/61 – Warm and bright; no rain expected.
Wed: 83/60 – Sunny and stable; possible late-week cool shift ahead.
