Nashville, TN – Tennessee residents should prepare for a turbulent weekend as severe storms and heavy rainfall are expected to impact Middle Tennessee starting Friday night.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Nashville, a strong weather system will bring a 70-100% chance of thunderstorms Friday night, with the highest risk west of Interstate 65. The primary threats include damaging straight-line winds and the potential for tornadoes. This severe weather threat is rated 3 out of 5 on the Storm Prediction Center’s risk scale, indicating a heightened likelihood of severe conditions.
The storms are expected to continue through Saturday night, though specific timing remains uncertain. Along with severe storms, heavy rainfall is forecast across Middle Tennessee, with a 30-60% chance of exceeding two inches of rain by the weekend’s end. Flash flooding could become a concern, particularly in low-lying areas.
Before the storms arrive, warm and mostly sunny weather will persist through Thursday, with temperatures ranging from the upper 60s to high 70s. A shift to cloudier skies and light rain is expected on Thursday before the stronger storms develop Friday.
Residents are advised to stay updated on forecasts and prepare emergency plans in case severe weather strikes. The NWS urges Tennesseans to remain alert and take necessary precautions to ensure safety during this period of heightened storm activity.
