Nashville, Tennessee – A sweltering Sunday in Middle Tennessee could turn dangerous by early afternoon, with scattered thunderstorms and a heat index topping 102°. Anyone traveling along I-40 or I-65 near Nashville after 1 p.m. should expect delays, reduced visibility, and slick roads as storms develop.
According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, showers and thunderstorms are likely between 1 and 4 p.m. Sunday, with a secondary wave possible after 4 p.m. The high will reach 94°, but the humidity will push the “feels like” temperature into triple digits. Winds remain calm, but sudden downpours could limit visibility. Rain chances stand at 60%.
Residents should avoid strenuous outdoor activity during peak heat and ensure pets have shade and water. If driving, slow down during heavy rain and avoid flooded intersections.
By Monday, rain chances decrease slightly (40%) but remain present, particularly after 10 a.m. Temperatures will stay in the mid-90s through Thursday, with storm chances increasing midweek.
☀️ Five-Day Forecast for Nashville (July 13–July 17):
- Sunday: High 94°, T-storms likely after 1 p.m., heat index up to 102°
- Monday: High 94°, chance of storms after 10 a.m.
- Tuesday: High 96°, mostly sunny, 30% chance of afternoon storms
- Wednesday: High 97°, storms likely after 1 p.m.
- Thursday: High 96°, 50% chance of storms
