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NWS Memphis Skywarn Storm Spotter Schedule

 

Each spring and fall the National Weather Service in Memphis, TN conducts both in-person and virtual Skywarn Storm Spotter training sessions. The class is free and open to the public and typically takes 1.5 to 2 hours. Registration is only required for the virtual classes. 

As of 2025, NWS Memphis has moved to a pod system for the scheduling of spotter classes. The 55 counties in the Mid-South that we serve have been divided into 18 separate pods. Odd-numbered pods will have one class per pod in the fall while even-numbered pods will have one class per pod in the spring. The location of the spotter classes will be coordinated with local emergency management officials. These classes will be open for anyone to attend, regardless of their county of residence. The purpose of the pods is to identify the locations of the spotters class. A map of the pods can be found here

 

Fall 2026 In-Person Class Schedule

 

County

Date

Time Location
Chester September 14, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Henderson City Hall

121 Crook Ave

Henderson, TN 38340

Fayette October 1, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Fayette County EOC

16885 US Hwy 64 

Somerville, TN 38068

Lee October 6, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Lee County BOS Building

300 West Main Street

Tupelo, MS 38804

Gibson October 7, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Gibson County EOC

1246 Manufacturers Row

Trenton, TN 38382

Lafayette November 5, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Lafayette County EOC

2212 Arena Drive

Oxford, MS 38655

 

 

2026 Virtual Class Schedule

 

Location

Date

Time Registration Link 
Virtual September 24 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Register Here
Virtual October 5  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Register Here

County/Public

Important Note: Classes may be postponed or canceled on short notice due to hazardous weather. 

 

For more information or questions, contact Todd Beal at todd.beal@noaa.gov