Nashville, Tennessee – Spring break travelers heading through Middle Tennessee could wake up to freezing overnight temperatures around 30°F between March 16 and March 20, bringing frosty mornings to the Nashville area during the first official week of spring.
Early commuters and travelers moving through the city may encounter frost-covered surfaces before sunrise, especially on bridges and elevated roadways.
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), a large portion of the eastern United States—from Minnesota down to East Texas and east to the Atlantic coast—shows a 60–70% probability of below-normal temperatures during that period. Tennessee sits within the southern portion of this colder air mass.
Cities including Nashville, Clarksville, and Murfreesboro could see overnight temperatures dipping to around 30°F, particularly during clear nights when winds weaken and temperatures cool rapidly before dawn.
Daytime highs may rebound into the 50s, but those readings will still run below typical mid-March averages for Middle Tennessee.
Drivers traveling along Interstate 40, Interstate 65, and Interstate 24 during spring break should watch for patchy frost forming on bridges and overpasses during early morning hours, which may create slick spots before temperatures warm.
Travelers exploring outdoor destinations such as Broadway in downtown Nashville or nearby parks along the Cumberland River should plan for chilly mornings and bring extra layers.
The colder pattern may persist through March 20, and additional advisories could follow if overnight temperatures continue hovering near the freezing mark across Middle Tennessee during the opening days of spring.
