Tennessee wakes up to damp pavement and thick gray clouds as showers build toward the midday commute. Light rain is already dotting windshields across Nashville, and gusts are pushing past 20 mph at times. Drivers on I-40 and I-65 should plan extra braking distance as scattered showers intensify by midafternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, rain chances climb to 50 percent today with thunderstorms possible after 3 p.m. Winds out of the south will gust near 30 mph, and rainfall totals could approach a half inch in spots through Thursday night. A stronger round of showers develops Thursday evening with a 60 percent chance of rain.
Temperatures surge into the upper 60s today, then jump to the upper 70s Thursday. That warmth feels more like April than mid-February. Wet roads and brief downpours could slow travel near Briley Parkway and Harding Place during the evening drive. Keep headlights on in steady rain and allow extra time.
By Friday, skies turn mostly sunny with highs near 66. Cooler air filters in Saturday with highs near 60 and another 30 percent shower chance. Late Saturday night, temperatures tumble to near 31. If pavement stays wet, isolated slick spots could form by early Sunday morning. Flash freezing becomes a concern this time of year when daytime moisture refreezes after sunset.
Sunday looks bright but cooler, with highs in the mid-40s. Early next week stays dry and gradually moderates. The 6–10 day outlook hints at above-normal temperatures returning, a sign that early spring warmth may build heading into next week.
Traveling later today? Watch for ponding on roadways and brief thunder. How much rain are you seeing in your neighborhood?
Five Day Outlook for Nashville, Tennessee:
Wednesday: High 68, showers and storms likely late
Thursday: High 77, showers likely, breezy
Friday: High 66, mostly sunny
Saturday: High 60, slight chance of showers
Sunday: High 44, mostly sunny
