Tennessee — Fog clings low to the ground this morning, blurring headlights and softening the skyline across the Mid-South. Damp pavement feels harmless now, but colder air is already pressing south, setting the stage for a high-impact winter storm.
The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a Winter Storm Watch from Friday afternoon through Sunday afternoon for West Tennessee, North Mississippi, East Arkansas, and Southeast Missouri. North of the Tennessee–Mississippi line, snow totals above 3 inches are possible, along with sleet and ice accumulations near or above a quarter inch. Travel could become impossible at times.
A Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect early this morning, with visibility dropping to a quarter mile or less in spots. Drivers should slow down and leave extra space through the morning commute.
Later today, fog lifts and clouds thin. Temperatures rise into the upper 40s, offering a brief sense of calm. That changes quickly by Friday. Clouds thicken again, and colder air filters in from the north. Light snow or sleet may begin Friday night as temperatures fall into the teens.
Saturday looks disruptive. Snow, sleet, and freezing rain become widespread, with periods of heavy precipitation possible. Roads across I-40, I-55, and I-240 may ice over fast. Tree damage and scattered power outages are possible as ice builds.
Saturday night remains locked in winter, with lows near 19°F and strong northeast winds. Any melting refreezes hard, increasing the risk of flash freezing. Sunday stays cold and unsettled, with lingering wintry mix before slow improvement late.
Early next week trends drier but still cold, with gradual warming by midweek. Longer-range outlooks show increased precipitation chances returning late next week as colder air holds nearby.
Prepare now. Adjust weekend plans, charge devices, and avoid unnecessary travel once precipitation begins. Conditions may deteriorate rapidly after sunset. How are roads looking where you are this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Memphis, TN
- Friday: Cloudy; high near 36°F
- Saturday: Snow, sleet, freezing rain; high near 21°F
- Sunday: Wintry mix early; high near 19°F
- Monday: Sunny and cold; high near 23°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny; high near 33°F
