NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Showers and breezy conditions are moving through Middle Tennessee on Thursday as a weather system brings unsettled conditions to the Nashville area before a calmer stretch settles in ahead of the Christmas holiday.
Rain is expected mainly through the daytime hours, with occasional heavier showers possible. Southerly winds of 10 to 20 mph, with gusts near 30 mph, will add to the blustery feel. Despite the wet conditions, temperatures will remain mild for mid-December, topping out near 60 degrees. Drivers should remain alert for slick roads during periods of heavier rain, especially during the morning and midday commute.
Showers taper off tonight as the system exits the region. Skies will gradually clear, and cooler air will move in overnight, allowing temperatures to fall into the lower 30s by Friday morning. Any lingering wet spots could briefly become slick late tonight, though widespread travel issues are not expected.
Friday brings a noticeable improvement, with sunny skies and calmer winds. Afternoon highs will reach the mid-40s, followed by a clear and cool Friday night. The weekend looks quiet overall, with Saturday featuring sunshine and highs approaching the upper 50s. A slight chance of showers returns Saturday night, but any rainfall appears limited. Sunday turns mostly sunny and cooler, with highs near 50 degrees.
Looking ahead to the holiday week, forecasters are keeping a close eye on Christmas Eve, which falls on Wednesday. Early indications suggest a mostly dry and mild day across Nashville, with temperatures climbing into the lower 60s. While some cloud cover is possible, no significant storms are currently forecast, making conditions favorable for holiday travel and outdoor plans.
Forecast confidence decreases several days out, but for now, weather officials say the overall pattern supports a relatively calm and mild Christmas Eve. After today’s rain, Nashville residents can expect improving conditions as the city heads toward the holiday.
