Nashville, TN — Severe storms are expected to sweep across Middle Tennessee by Sunday afternoon, threatening power outages, travel delays, and flash flooding along major routes like I-40 and I-24.
According to the National Weather Service, strong thunderstorms will begin developing after 3 p.m. Sunday, with wind gusts topping 25 mph and the potential for damaging hail or isolated tornadoes. Rainfall could exceed one inch in localized areas. Residents should secure loose outdoor items, avoid travel during peak storm hours, and monitor alerts from local emergency officials.
Storm activity is forecasted to intensify into Sunday night, with a 100% chance of rain and storms continuing into early Monday. Highs on Sunday will reach 77°F before dropping to the mid-50s overnight. The chance of severe thunderstorms lingers into Monday with gusty winds continuing, especially during the afternoon.
Drivers should plan for hazardous conditions through early week commutes, especially along elevated roadways and underpasses prone to flooding.
5-Day Nashville Weather Outlook:
- Monday: Chance of storms, high near 66°F, breezy conditions.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, highs in the upper 60s.
- Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 80°F.
- Thursday: Scattered thunderstorms, warmer with highs near 82°F.
- Friday: Partly cloudy with lingering storm chances, high of 81°F.
