Nashville, Tennessee – Bright pavement and rising humidity will push Nashville toward 95 degrees today, but Sunday’s 105-degree heat index demands more attention.
According to the National Weather Service, today’s high reaches 95, with heat index values approaching 98. Southeast winds stay near 5 mph.
Nashville International Airport reported 74 degrees shortly before 8 a.m. Humidity stood at 71%, setting up a warmer afternoon across Middle Tennessee.
Sunday brings the first major heat call-out. The temperature climbs to 96 degrees, while the heat index could reach 105.
That combination can quickly affect anyone working, exercising or attending outdoor events. Drink water regularly and schedule strenuous activity for cooler hours.
Mostly sunny skies continue into Monday. Nashville reaches 97 degrees as southwest winds develop near 5 mph during the afternoon.
The heat strengthens Tuesday. Temperatures climb to 98, followed by a mild 76-degree low before Wednesday’s hottest afternoon.
Wednesday reaches 99 degrees under sunny skies. Drivers along I-24, I-40 and I-65 should keep vehicles prepared for prolonged heat.
Never leave children or pets inside parked vehicles. Interior temperatures can climb rapidly even during short stops.
The supplied NWS data shows no thunderstorm chances through Wednesday. It also identifies no local tornado, hail or flooding threat during that period.
A change appears beyond the five-day window. Thursday carries a 20% shower and thunderstorm chance, increasing to 30% Friday.
Residents should monitor later updates because thunderstorm timing and impacts may change as that period approaches.
For now, sustained summer heat remains Nashville’s central weather story. The hottest stretch arrives from Sunday through Wednesday.
Traveling around Middle Tennessee this week? Tell us how the heat feels where you are.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Nashville, Tennessee
- Today: Sunny, high 95; heat index up to 98. Low 73.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 96; heat index up to 105. Low 73.
- Monday: Sunny and hot, high 97. Low 75.
- Tuesday: Sunny and hot, high 98. Low 76.
- Wednesday: Sunny and hot, high 99. Low 77.
