Afternoon storms likely in Memphis; isolated large hail and damaging winds possible. Move outdoor plans indoors and monitor updates.

The ABC24 Weather Team alerts Memphis to strong storms Wednesday with possible high winds and hail; prepare for severe weather and stay informed.

Here is the weekend weather report from the National Weather Service in Memphis.

Memphis rolled out of bed to clear skies and temperatures around 646F this morning, and things will heat up in a hurry. Highs near 826F are expected Friday afternoon as humidity climbs, turning the city into a steamy start to the weekend.

Areas that could be impacted include Bartlett, Millington, Memphis, Lakeland, Arlington, Ellendale, Frayser, Elmore Park, Brunswick, Lenow, Raleigh.

According to the most recent forecast put out by the National Weather Service in Memphis, weekend temperatures will climb steadily and reach into the low 70s. "High temperatures will remain in the 50s to 60s through Friday, warming into the 70s for most by Saturday," NWS said in a post on social media.

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