Summer made a last stand Thursday with highs near 90-93°. Today a strong cold front flips us to fall — gusty north winds, highs only in the 60s, and a chilly weekend with 40s and patchy frost by Sunday morning.
Finally feeling like fall! A cold front brings crisp air and sunshine just in time for a packed weekend — RiverArtsFest, beer fests, Halloween fun and more. Here’s what’s on and what to expect weather-wise.
A hurricane is expected in the Gulf, but timing when the storm runs into wind shear in the Northern Gulf will be critical in how much weakening occurs before landfall
An area to watch for tropical development is creating buzz on social media, but what do we know right now and what should we look for in the coming days?
Former Hurricane Polo is long gone, but its tropical moisture is feeding a new storm system heading our way. Here’s how it could bring 1.5 to 3 inches of rain and storms to the Mid-South this weekend.
The Eastern pacific Hurricane will be picked up by a cold front approaching the Mid-South this weekend, but that’s not the only factor in increased rain chances
It is officially autumn! The astronomical autumnal equinox occurred yesterday evening across the Mid-South, marking the seasonal shift on the calendar. While most of us learned in grade school that the equinox represents the moment day and night are cut exactly in half, there is a fascinating quirk of atmospheric physics happening above our heads: our true 12-hour day and 12-hour night split doesn’t actually arrive until Saturday, September 26.
On the morning of September 11, 2001, as tragic events unfolded in Lower Manhattan, millions looking up at the New York City skyline noticed an unmistakable backdrop: crisp, cloudless, brilliant blue skies.
Whether you are tailgating at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, spreading out a blanket at the Shell, or catching a game downtown, here is your complete guide to the weekend’s top events paired with your hour-by-hour First Alert Forecast so you can plan ahead and stay heat-safe.
A severe lack of summer rainfall has turned irrigation into a critical lifeline for local farmers, particularly at Battle Sod in Tunica County. Here is how it is affecting Paul Battle.
Labor Day weekend is packed with major local events, from concerts to football. However, we are dealing with a relentless late-summer heat. Highs remain in the upper 90s to near 100 degrees with heat index values peaking between 105°F and 112°F.
Here is your complete guide to the weekend’s events paired with your daily First Alert Forecast so you can plan, stay cool, and stay safe!
Get ready for an exciting kickoff to 901 Weekend! A cold front pushed through the Mid-South yesterday, bringing lower humidity and comfortable, dry conditions just in time for Friday and Saturday. However, summer’s sizzle is waiting to make a hot comeback by Sunday and Monday. Here is how the weather lines up for your weekend plans:
A destructive line of storms slammed the Mid-South on Saturday, packing straight-line winds that left widespread damage and thousands without power. On radar, this storm system took on a very distinct, curved shape known as a bow echo.
Today, we are taking a deep dive into the science behind a bow echo, how they form, and why today's storm potential poses a unique threat to our already weakened infrastructure.
When the mid-summer heat sets in, taking your run or walk outdoors can feel like stepping into a furnace. To escape the heat, you might find yourself weaving from one side of the street to the other, wanting to be in the shade at all times.
Planning your weekend? From the return of a zoo favorite to championship golf and rooftop stargazing, there is plenty to do across Memphis this weekend. However, the biggest story this weekend is the weather– mainly, the dangerous, triple-digit heat.
As Mid-South high schools kick off their August training schedules, the heat continues. Ambient temperatures are forecast to climb, with humidity pushing peak heat index values well into triple digits.
This week, many school bells will ring across the Mid-South as kids head back to the classroom for the start of the 2026-2027 school year. The heat continues through into August and also for the first week of school for many counties.
