Tennessee – Cold air presses hard across Middle Tennessee as the day begins, biting at exposed skin and frosting rooftops across neighborhoods. Calm skies hide the danger, but the chill cuts deep.
A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect for the Nashville area through midday Sunday as wind chills dip as low as 3 degrees below zero. Early risers will feel the worst of it, especially in open areas and on elevated terrain. Even brief outdoor exposure can become uncomfortable fast without proper layers.
According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, north winds and clear skies are allowing temperatures to fall quickly. Actual lows drop into the mid-teens by early Sunday, while gusts push wind chills well below zero. Officials warn prolonged exposure could lead to hypothermia.
Drivers won’t contend with snow, but cold pavement raises another concern. Bridges, overpasses, and shaded roads can develop slick patches from residual moisture. Plan extra time if traveling early, especially along I-40, I-24, and I-65.
Sunday turns bright but stays cold. Sunshine offers little warmth, with highs struggling to reach the lower 20s. Winds remain noticeable through the afternoon, keeping conditions brisk for outdoor plans. Pets, pipes, and plants need protection during the coldest stretch.
Relief begins Monday as winds ease and temperatures rebound near 40 degrees. By Tuesday and Wednesday, highs climb into the upper 40s and mid-50s. That warming trend continues late week, bringing a more seasonable feel for December.
Meteorologists describe this as a sharp but brief winter surge. Arctic air retreats quickly, though another rain chance appears midweek as warmer air returns.
Bundle up this morning, limit outdoor exposure, and check on vulnerable neighbors. Traveling early? Let us know how conditions feel where you are.
Five-Day Forecast for Nashville, TN:
Sun: 23/11 – Sunny, dangerously cold; subzero wind chills early.
Mon: 40/24 – Sunny, gradual thaw.
Tue: 48/36 – Milder, mostly sunny.
Wed: 55/47 – Partly sunny, turning breezy.
Thu: 61/34 – Showers possible; warming trend continues.
