Heat — Henry, Tennessee

2025-06-21 · Henry, Tennessee

Event narrative

AWOS reported maximum heat index of 106 degrees.

Wider weather episode

Persistent southerly winds under a building upper-level ridge pushed air temperatures into the mid 90s along with oppressive humidity. Heat indices peaked in the range of 105 to 109 degrees during the afternoon hours. Afternoon convective coverage over performed, and portions of West Tennessee were spared from the oppressive heat.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1274800. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.