Nashville, TN – Another surge of arctic air is set to grip Middle Tennessee this weekend, bringing prolonged freezing temperatures and potentially dangerous cold conditions from Friday through early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, a blast of cold air will move into the region Friday and persist through the weekend, resulting in 60 to 70 consecutive hours of below-freezing temperatures across much of Middle Tennessee, including the Cumberland Plateau.
While snow chances remain relatively low, forecasters say slick roads and light accumulation on grassy surfaces are possible late Friday into Saturday morning. The probability of a light dusting is estimated at 30–50% across the Plateau, while the chance of at least a half-inch of snow remains lower, around 10–30%.
The more significant concern is the cold itself. Overnight lows are expected to fall into the single digits, with below-zero wind chills possible at times. Daytime temperatures may struggle to rise above freezing until early next week.
The National Weather Service is urging residents to take precautions, including dressing in layers, bringing pets indoors, and protecting exposed pipes. Officials stress that this level of cold can be life-threatening, particularly for those without reliable heating or in the event of a power outage.
Travel impacts are expected to be limited but could worsen during overnight and early morning hours if slick spots develop on untreated roads, especially in higher elevations.
Temperatures are forecast to slowly moderate by Tuesday, February 3, though cold mornings may linger even as daytime highs climb back above freezing.
Residents are encouraged to monitor local forecasts and weather alerts as conditions evolve.
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