Tennessee greets the morning with frosty air and quiet streets. Breath hangs in the air, and windshields glaze lightly before sunrise.
Across Nashville, temperatures hover near 30 degrees early today. Wind chills dip into the mid-20s, especially in exposed areas. Pavement remains mostly dry, but bridges and shaded roads could feel slick at first. Drivers along I-40, I-24, and I-65 should stay alert through the early commute.
Clouds increase as the morning progresses. Despite filtered sunshine, temperatures rebound steadily. Afternoon highs climb into the mid-50s, a noticeable improvement from the cold start. Gusty northwest winds may briefly kick up, adding a chill before easing later.
Tonight cools again. Lows fall to around 28 degrees, keeping a light freeze in place. Any moisture left from daytime clouds could refreeze, creating isolated slick spots by dawn.
Saturday brings a reminder that winter still has a grip. Mostly sunny skies arrive, but highs reach only near 38 degrees. It feels crisp, especially with a light northeast breeze. Saturday night drops back into the mid-20s, reinforcing freeze concerns for sensitive plants and exposed pipes.
Sunday marks the turning point. Sunshine dominates, and temperatures jump to the mid-50s by afternoon. The air feels softer, and outdoor plans become more comfortable.
By Monday, the warm-up accelerates. Highs surge to around 65 degrees, well above February norms. Skies stay sunny, and travel conditions remain smooth.
Looking into the six- to ten-day outlook, above-normal temperatures continue. A few rain chances emerge midweek, but winter cold retreats. While snow and dangerous cold hammer the Great Lakes and Northeast, Middle Tennessee sits on the warmer side of the pattern.
Plan layers today and Saturday. Lighter jackets will do by Sunday.
Feeling the freeze this morning? How fast did it warm up in your neighborhood?
Five-Day Outlook – Nashville, TN
- Today: Increasing clouds, breezy. High 55°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, cool. High 38°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, milder. High 54°F
- Monday: Sunny and warm. High 65°F
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, slight rain chance. High 68°F
