NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Middle Tennessee is basking in a run of perfect fall weather this week, but a late-week storm system could shake up weekend plans. Clear skies and comfortable warmth will persist through Friday before showers and thunderstorms move in Saturday, bringing a brief end to the city’s sunny streak.
According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, high pressure will keep skies clear and humidity low through midweek. Highs will reach the low 80s each afternoon, with northeast winds between 5 and 15 mph and gusts up to 20 mph. The pattern stays dry and ideal for commuters, football practices, and outdoor fall events through Thursday.
By Friday night, southerly winds will pull Gulf moisture back into the region, setting the stage for a 30–70% chance of showers and thunderstorms Saturday afternoon and evening. Forecasters say the storms could bring locally heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and lightning along the I-40 corridor. Travel may be slowed across Davidson and Williamson Counties during peak weekend hours.
Residents planning outdoor events — including fall festivals, pumpkin patch visits, or tailgates — should aim for Wednesday or Thursday, when weather remains ideal. After the front passes, cooler and drier air returns Sunday, delivering a crisp, comfortable finish to the weekend.
Five-Day Forecast for Nashville, TN:
Tue: 81/53 – Sunny; light northeast breeze, mild afternoon.
Wed: 82/55 – Sunny; calm and pleasant.
Thu: 81/56 – Sunny; dry fall warmth continues.
Fri: 84/63 – Partly sunny; breezy late, turning humid.
Sat: 86/61 – PM storms likely; 60% rain chance.
