Severe Weather and Temperature Plunge Forecast for Memphis This Weekend

Memphis is bracing for a weekend of severe weather and a significant temperature plunge. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Memphis issued a forecast warning of possible thunderstorms and notably cooler conditions.

Weekend Weather Forecast

This weekend will experience a drastic shift in temperature and weather patterns. Here are the key details:

• Friday, January 9: Expect stormy conditions with highs reaching the low 70s. Rain chances are high at 80%, especially in the evening when a few thunderstorms may develop.
• Saturday, January 10: The day will start mostly cloudy but will transition to partly sunny. However, temperatures will cool significantly to the mid-50s. Overnight lows may drop to the lower 30s.
• Sunday, January 11: The day will be sunny but cool, with highs only in the mid-40s. Nighttime temperatures are expected to fall to the mid-20s.
• Monday, January 12: Sunshine will return, with highs climbing into the upper 40s. It will turn partly cloudy during the night, and lows are projected to be in the lower 30s.

Potential Weather Hazards

The NWS has highlighted several hazards for the weekend:

• Primary risks include damaging winds and the possibility of tornadoes.
• Excessive rainfall is anticipated, particularly on Friday, impacting areas east and southeast of the Memphis metro.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed and take precautions as severe weather may develop throughout the weekend.