Tennessee wakes under thick, rolling fog this morning as headlights glow softly along I-65 and wet pavement reflects a dim haze across the Nashville metro. Visibility dips below a mile in many areas, and the air carries that heavy November feel that signals a changing pattern as Thanksgiving travel picks up across Middle Tennessee.
According to the National Weather Service, a Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect through mid-morning. Drivers should expect sudden drops in visibility, slower traffic flow, and hazardous stretches near river valleys and open fields. Using headlights, easing down on speed, and allowing extra travel time remain the safest early-day decisions.
Rain then becomes the greater focus as a moisture surge pushes north. Showers and a few thunderstorms build from midday into tonight, with locally heavy pockets capable of slowing traffic around Nashville International Airport and the I-24, I-40, and I-65 corridors. New rainfall totals may reach three-quarters of an inch, with quick ponding possible during the afternoon push.
Friday stays unsettled with rain and rumbles of thunder, but improvement arrives by Saturday as skies brighten and temperatures rebound into the upper 60s. Sunday looks pleasant and mild—ideal for early holiday errands, outdoor decorating, or local travel. To be fair, the broader national setup still hints at a “Winter Tease” near Thanksgiving, as colder air spreads across large sections of the country. Some northern states could face heavy snow between November 25 and December 3. While Nashville sits comfortably south of that risk, the cooler pattern may still reach the region next week.
Five-Day Outlook (Thursday Through Monday)
• Today: Dense fog, then showers and storms, high near 66.
• Friday: Showers likely, high near 73.
• Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 68.
• Sunday: Sunny, high near 66.
• Monday: Showers likely, high near 68.
