Tennessee – Headlights glow through a gray blur this morning as dense fog settles across Middle Tennessee, swallowing familiar streets and slowing the start of the day. Visibility drops quickly in spots, and drivers are easing along interstates as moisture hangs low near the ground.
According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, a Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect through mid-morning. Visibility may fall to a quarter mile at times, especially along I-24, I-40, and I-65. Low clouds and calm winds allow fog to linger, creating hazardous travel during early commutes.
Conditions gradually improve later this morning as fog lifts and sunshine breaks through. Temperatures climb into the mid-60s, giving the day a mild, almost springlike feel for January 2026. For now, slow down in fog-prone areas, use low beams, and leave extra space between vehicles.
Attention then shifts to a more active Weather pattern. Clouds increase heading into Thursday as a strong system approaches from the Plains. Showers become likely by late day and continue into Friday, with occasional downpours and gusty winds. Some thunderstorms may mix in, bringing brief bursts of heavy rain and reduced visibility.
Highs surge near 70 Thursday and Friday before cooler air arrives. Wet roads could impact travel across the Nashville metro, especially during peak drive times. Plan extra time and watch for slick pavement during heavier showers.
By Saturday, rain tapers, but cooler air filters in. Temperatures fall back into the 60s, then into the 40s by Sunday. As skies clear and lows dip near freezing, leftover moisture could refreeze late weekend, raising a low-end Black Ice concern on bridges and shaded roads.
Early next week looks quieter and cooler, with sunshine returning and winter slowly reasserting itself. Driving through fog or rain today? Tell us what conditions look like where you are.
Five Day Forecast for Nashville, Tennessee
Today: Patchy fog early, then mostly sunny, high near 64
Thursday: Mostly cloudy, showers late, high near 71
Friday: Showers and storms, breezy, high near 70
Saturday: Chance of showers early, high near 64
Sunday: Sunny and cooler, high near 42
