MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Showers and thunderstorms will sweep across the Memphis area overnight into early Saturday, bringing a wet start to the weekend before skies clear and sunshine returns. Drivers may face slick roads early Saturday morning, but conditions should improve by midday.
According to the National Weather Service in Memphis, rainfall chances remain high through 10 a.m. Saturday with a few thunderstorms possible before gradual clearing sets in. Temperatures will top out near 75 degrees Saturday afternoon before climbing into the low 80s Sunday.
The wet weather should not last long. Sunny skies dominate the region starting Sunday with highs reaching 84 degrees, followed by a stretch of clear and warm conditions into early next week. By Tuesday, afternoon temperatures will push near 90 degrees, bringing a more summerlike feel back to the Mid-South.
Travelers should prepare for wet pavement and slower traffic Saturday morning, but outdoor events planned later in the weekend should see ideal conditions. Residents are advised to keep devices charged overnight in case of isolated power outages from thunderstorms.
The next weather system is not expected until late next week, keeping Memphis dry and seasonably warm through Wednesday.
Five Day Forecast for Memphis, TN:
- Saturday: Morning showers, high near 75. Clearing late.
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 84.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 83.
- Tuesday: Sunny and warmer, high near 90.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 92.
