News Summary
Memphis is bracing for an Arctic air system that will bring frigid temperatures starting this Sunday. With nighttime lows expected to dip below 15ยฐF, residents are advised to bundle up and prepare for a cold week ahead. In response to the severe weather, warming centers will open across the city. It’s essential for the community to look after one another during this time, especially those who are vulnerable to the extreme cold. Take precautions to stay warm, and keep safe as the icy conditions set in.
The Chill Is Coming: Memphis Prepares for Arctic Weather Next Week
Oh, Memphis! Get ready to bundle up TIGHT because an *arctic air system* is rolling in and bringing some serious chill with it! Yes, you heard it right! Starting early next week, weโre in for a dose of frigid air thatโs making its way all the way from *Siberia*, one of the coldest places on the planet. So, itโs time to grab those jackets, mittens, and blankets like theyโre going out of style!
Brace Yourselves for Bitterly Cold Days
Mark your calendars because this Sunday is when the *cold front* rumbles in, adding a bite to the air that we havenโt felt in quite a while! Prepare for night temperatures plummeting below 15ยฐF for several nights running. Yes, thatโs rightโMemphis will dip below freezing starting Sunday and hang tight in that chilly zone for days!
Just imagine waking up Monday morning to a feels-like temperature of only *4ยฐF* at 6 a.m. Brr! But donโt fret too much; it will warm up slightly to around *17ยฐF* by early afternoon. Still chilly, but at least itโs not a full-on freeze.
Whatโs in Store for the Week?
As we move into Tuesday, brace yourself for a slightly warmer feel, with temperatures reaching about *13ยฐF* in the morning and peaking at *18ยฐF* during the day. Just when you think it might warm up, that good old wind chill is coming to play again on Wednesday morning, making it feel like a frosty *8ยฐF*! Itโll bounce back a bit to around *26ยฐF* later in the day, but letโs be real; this week is *not* about warmth.
Keep Your Layers Ready!
The chill factor from the wind will make it feel much colder than it actually is. If youโre heading outside when the wind chill dips between 13ยฐF and 31ยฐF, experts recommend taking breaks indoors every 20 to 30 minutes. And if the wind chill drops to *13ยฐF* or below, you should really consider moving to a warmer spotโfrostbite can happen quicker than you might think!
This week, daytime highs will struggle to crack the *20s* and *30s*, with nighttime temperatures sneaking down into the *teens*. Even better news? Weโre not expecting any snowfall or rain, so it looks like weโll just be dealing with cold, crisp air!
Community Support Before the Freeze
To help those who need a warm place to stay, two *warming centers* are opening up in Memphis starting this Saturday night. One center will welcome single women and families at the *Hospitality Hub*, while single men and couples can find shelter at the *First Baptist Church*. Itโs definitely a good idea to spread the wordโno one should have to brave this cold alone!
Stay Warm and Safe!
As this cold snap approaches, take some time to prepare. Make sure your space heaters are in good working order and always remember to use them safely. You donโt want to be left out in the cold or, heaven forbid, in an unsafe situation.
So, gather your cocoa, snuggle up with your loved ones, and get ready for a chilly week ahead! Memphis, weโve got this. Stay warm and look after one another!
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Additional Resources
- Commercial Appeal: Memphis Weather Cold Frigid Temperatures
- Fox 13 Memphis: Frigid Air Moving Through the Mid-South
- Daily Memphian: Memphis Area Warming Centers
- Local Memphis: Memphis Cold Weather Update
- Fox 13 Memphis: Mid-South Warms Up with Rain on the Horizon
- Wikipedia: Cold Front
- Google Search: Memphis Weather
- Google Scholar: Arctic Weather Effects
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Wind Chill
- Google News: Memphis Frigid Air
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