Memphis drivers could see stormy commutes and slick stretches on I-40 through Thursday as a line of thunderstorms crosses western Tennessee. The storms may bring brief flooding, dangerous lightning, and slower travel during peak morning and evening hours.
According to the National Weather Service, rain chances rise above 70% Tuesday into Wednesday, with the heaviest showers expected late Wednesday night. Memphis International Airport could see delays, while neighborhoods near low-lying creeks may face minor flooding. Winds will shift southwest at 10 mph before turning northwest Thursday afternoon, signaling drier air arriving by nightfall.
Communities from Bartlett to Collierville should prepare for power flickers and ponding on side streets. Parents are advised to check for potential school transportation delays Wednesday morning. Residents are encouraged to keep devices charged, limit unnecessary travel during downpours, and avoid driving through standing water.
By Friday, sunshine will return with highs in the low 80s, offering the Mid-South a welcome break after several soggy days. This early fall pattern continues into the weekend, giving Memphis its first stretch of dry weather in a week. Looking ahead, cooler nights next week could hint at the season’s first real preview of winter.
Warnings remain in effect through Thursday, September 25, with updates possible if storms intensify.
Five Day Forecast for Memphis, Tennessee
- Thursday: Showers and storms, high near 80°F. Turning drier by night, low around 61°F.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 81°F. Low near 61°F.
- Saturday: Clear skies, high near 84°F. Low around 62°F.
- Sunday: Mostly clear, high near 87°F. Low around 63°F.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 87°F. Cooler night, low near 64°F.
