Nashville, Tennessee – Strong storms could disrupt evening commutes and overnight travel in Nashville on Tuesday, with thunderstorms and heavy rain targeting major roadways like I-24 and I-40. Localized flooding and dangerous driving conditions may develop, so residents should be ready to change plans quickly as storms approach.
According to the National Weather Service, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms moves into Middle Tennessee Tuesday evening, mainly after 7 p.m. The risk continues into Tuesday night, with steady rain possible into early Wednesday. South winds may gust up to 20 mph, making driving especially risky on exposed roadways like I-65 and I-440.
Showers linger into Wednesday, with another round of storms possible late in the day and a 40 percent chance of continued rain. By Thursday, the chance of showers climbs to 60 percent, especially after 1 p.m., and may include isolated thunderstorms. Thunderstorms could bring downed limbs or brief power outages. Motorists are urged to slow down, avoid flooded roads, and keep headlights on in heavy rain.
Nashville’s public works and emergency services remain on alert through the week. Anyone in low-lying areas or near flood-prone roads should plan for delays and review alternate routes. Keep phones charged and have a weather radio handy in case of power loss.
The unsettled SPRING weather pattern holds into Friday, with scattered showers and a chance of storms. Drier, sunnier weather returns for the weekend, with highs in the upper 70s.
5-Day Extended SPRING Weather Outlook for Nashville:
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 86°F. Storms possible after 7 p.m.
- Wednesday: Showers and storms, high 87°F.
- Thursday: Showers likely, thunderstorms possible after 1 p.m., high 84°F.
- Friday: Chance of showers and storms, high 78°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 77°F.
Additional weather ALERTS are possible as the week unfolds. Stay tuned for updates and take precautions if storms develop, especially along Nashville’s busiest highways.
