News Summary
Residents in the Mid-South region, including Memphis, TN, should prepare for high temperatures and thunderstorms this week. A heat advisory has been issued with heat indices reaching 100°F. The forecast predicts daily highs in the low to mid-90s, with notable rain chances from Tuesday through Thursday. Safety recommendations urge residents to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities during peak heat hours.
Memphis, TN – A heat advisory and thunderstorms are forecasted for the Mid-South region this week, bringing summer-like conditions with high temperatures and humidity levels. Residents should prepare for a sizzling week ahead, with daily highs expected to reach the low to mid-90s.
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory, warning that the heat index may soar as high as 100 degrees Fahrenheit. This elevated temperature combined with humidity can lead to hazardous conditions, particularly for vulnerable populations such as the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions.
Throughout the week, a weak upper-level trough will sustain chances of rain and thunderstorms. The period from Tuesday through Thursday is anticipated to have the most significant coverage of rain, presented mostly in the form of afternoon and early evening storms. Although widespread severe weather is not expected, isolated storms may produce gusty winds and heavy rainfall in certain areas.
Daily Weather Forecast
On Monday, the forecast indicates partly sunny skies with a 40% chance of storms. The high temperature will reach around 94°F, and with the humidity factored in, the heat index is projected to be about 102°F. In the evening, temperatures will drop to a low of 75°F with a continuing 30% chance of storms.
Tuesday will see mostly sunny skies and an elevated 60% chance of showers and storms. The day’s high will be around 93°F with a similar heat index of 102°F. At night, conditions remain consistent with a low of 74°F and a sustained 60% chance of storms.
On Wednesday, a 70% chance of storms is predicted, with the temperature reaching a high of 90°F. Nighttime temperatures will fall to about 73°F, accompanied by a 60% chance of storms.
Thursday continues this trend, also forecasting a 70% chance of thunderstorms during the day, with a high temperature around 90°F. By night, expect a low of 73°F.
The weather will be slightly calmer on Friday, where mostly sunny skies will dominate. Storm chances will be lower, yet still present at 40%, with a high near 93°F and nighttime lows around 74°F.
Saturday is expected to include a 50% chance of scattered storms and high temperatures of approximately 93°F. The low temperature at night will be about 73°F.
Finally, Sunday will feature a partly sunny outlook with a persistent 50% chance of afternoon storms and high temperatures again hitting around 93°F.
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Additional Resources
- Fox 13 Memphis: Hot and Muggy Continues
- Wikipedia: Heat Wave
- Hoodline: Memphis Faces Week of Sweltering Heat
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Thunderstorm
- Fox 13 Memphis: Heat and Humidity Locked In
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