Sunny Skies and Warming Temps Ahead for Mid-South

Meteorologist forecasts a week of pleasant weather in the region

Apr. 6, 2026 at 11:03pm

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A sweeping, atmospheric landscape painting in muted earth tones, with a bright, hazy sky and rolling hills in the distance, conveying a sense of peaceful serenity.The promise of sunny, warming weather throughout the week offers a tranquil respite for residents of the Mid-South region.Memphis Today

The work week in the Mid-South region started off with sunny skies and near-average temperatures, and the forecast calls for more of the same throughout the week, with temperatures gradually warming up each day.

Why it matters

Consistent, pleasant weather during the spring is important for the region's residents and businesses, allowing them to enjoy outdoor activities and boosting economic activity.

The details

According to Chief Meteorologist Ron Childers, the next several days will see mostly sunny skies, with temperatures rising from the mid-40s and 50s at night to the lower to upper 70s during the day. Friday is expected to be the warmest day of the week, with highs near 80 degrees.

  • Tonight, overnight lows will be in the mid-40s to near 50 degrees.
  • On Tuesday, afternoon highs will reach the lower 70s.
  • Wednesday and Thursday will see partly cloudy skies with highs in the mid to upper 70s and overnight lows in the mid to upper 50s.
  • On Friday, the region will see partly cloudy skies and warmer temperatures, with afternoon highs near 80 and overnight lows near 60 degrees.

The players

Ron Childers

Chief Meteorologist at ACTION NEWS 5.

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What they’re saying

“The work week started with sunshine and near average temperatures across the Mid-South. There's more sunshine to come, but temperatures will gradually warm as the week progresses.”

— Ron Childers, Chief Meteorologist

The takeaway

This forecast of sunny skies and gradually warming temperatures throughout the week is good news for residents and businesses in the Mid-South region, allowing them to enjoy outdoor activities and boosting economic activity.