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Memphis is poised for warm and mostly dry weather this weekend, perfect for outdoor activities during the popular Elvis Week. With high temperatures reaching the mid-90s and minimal rain chances, residents and visitors can enjoy the festivities. However, rain chances are predicted to increase next week. While most of the weekend will be comfortably warm, itโs advisable to stay updated with local forecasts as the week progresses.
Memphis is set to experience warm and mostly dry weather this weekend, with a slight increase in rain chances starting next week. The forecast indicates a comfortable period for outdoor activities, especially during the popular Elvis Week events.
On August 8, 2025, partial cloudiness is expected in the morning, with scattered showers and thunderstorms likely in the afternoon. The high temperature is projected to reach 92ยฐF, accompanied by winds from the south at 5 to 10 mph. There is a 40% chance of rain throughout the day. As the night approaches, temperatures are expected to drop to a low of 74ยฐF, with mostly clear skies and slightly cooler southeast winds.
The following day, Friday, will be marked by mostly sunny conditions, with the temperature climbing to a high of 95ยฐF. The heat index is anticipated to reach 101ยฐF, suggesting a warm and potentially uncomfortable day. Rain chances for Friday remain low at 10%. By nighttime, the temperature will settle at a low of 75ยฐF under clear skies.
Saturday is expected to mirror Fridayโs conditions with sunny weather and a high of 95ยฐF. The heat index may rise to 102ยฐF, and a 10% chance of rain persists. Sunday is projected to be similarly warm, with a high of 94ยฐF and a heat index of 100ยฐF, maintaining the same low rain probability.
As the week progresses, the forecast shows an increase in rain opportunities starting on Monday with a 20% chance of rain and a high of 93ยฐF. The weather will remain partly cloudy, contributing to fluctuating humidity levels. On Tuesday, the chance of rain rises to 30%, matching the high temperature of 93ยฐF.
On Wednesday, the chance of rain decreases again to 20%, with the temperature expected to hover around 92ยฐF and mostly sunny skies. By Thursday, conditions will be partly sunny, with rain chances back at 30% and a projected high of 93ยฐF.
Overall, throughout the weekend and into the following week, high temperatures are expected to remain in the mid-90s, while nighttime lows will generally settle in the mid-70s. Additionally, dewpoints will range from the upper 60s to low 70s, creating a somewhat muggy atmosphere that could prompt discomfort, particularly in the afternoons.
With low rain chances predominating over the weekend and early week, residents and visitors in Memphis can confidently plan outdoor activities, especially in light of the bustling events surrounding Elvis Week. However, as rain chances are expected to rise midweek, it may be wise to keep an eye on local forecasts as the week progresses for any updates on weather conditions.
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