Intense Heat And Mostly Dry For Several Days Ahead

Friday Forecast

June 20, 2025

Brian Davis,

Its either feast of famine when it comes to rainfall. After intense heavy rain and flooding of Thursday, we are turning the page to intense heat and mostly dry weather for the next several days. It’s time to make sure the AC is in good working order and have plenty of shade ready as heat index numbers will be above 100 for several days in a row. We have the details right here.

Today:

Friday is the beginning of a very hot dry spell coming into the area. The first day of Summer 2025 will showcase high temperatures in the low 90s, but the heat index will be as high as 100 for some areas. The area should remain dry, but Futurecast has been hinting at the possibility of a stray shower south of I-40. Rain is unlikely as of the current forecast.

Saturday:

Saturday could be the day we see the first Heat Advisory of 2025. Temperatures will climb as high as the mid-90s in some places with a heat index climbing as high as 105. NWS Memphis issues Heat Advisories for forecast heat index values of 105-109 degrees. Jackson will likely miss out on the dangerous heat on Saturday, but areas like Union City, Dyersburg and Alamo could see an alert posted by Friday night.

Sunday:

Like Saturday, Sunday looks to be another scorcher, with similar but more widespread heat. All of West Tennessee could reach Heat Advisory criteria for Sunday. Temperatures will be even further into the 90s, with the heat index topping out around 107 in some areas. This is what Jackson can expect for Friday-Tuesday.

Next Week:

There is no end to this hot and dry spell at least within the next 7-10 days. Be sure to properly hydrate, use ample sunscreen, limit time outdoors, and prepare to take action to protect your home’s HVAC (and power bill) by raising the thermostat 2-3 degrees.

Heat Safety:

*Remember the outside pets and make sure they have plenty of fresh water and shade. If walking your pet, remember that dark pavement will be as much as 20 to 30 degrees above the actual temperature and can burn their paws! Be sure to check the back seat when leaving the vehicle and take plenty of breaks when out in the heat.