Nashville, Tennessee – Storms are expected to strike the Nashville area Tuesday afternoon, with dangerous heat and pop-up thunderstorms threatening travel and outdoor plans.
According to the National Weather Service, there’s a 50% chance of showers and storms developing after noon on Tuesday, July 8, across Davidson County and surrounding areas. Highs will reach near 95°F with a heat index pushing 99°F. Winds will be light, but drivers on I-40, I-24, and local roads should brace for slick pavement and reduced visibility after 1 p.m.
West Nashville, Brentwood, and Antioch could see isolated downpours into the evening. Thunderstorms may develop quickly, with some producing lightning or brief heavy rain. Rainfall totals are expected to remain under one-tenth of an inch but could spike under localized storms. If thunder roars, head indoors — and charge devices in advance in case of brief outages.
The unsettled pattern continues Wednesday, with storm chances increasing to 80% by mid-afternoon. Highs will again push 91°F. Thursday looks similar, with a 60% chance of storms and a high of 89°F. Friday offers a brief break with only a 20% chance of rain and lower humidity.
Looking ahead to the weekend, Saturday brings a 70% chance of thunderstorms and highs near 91°F — keep an eye on event cancellations. Sunday stays hot and stormy, with another round of showers and highs around 93°F.
🌤 Five-Day Forecast for Nashville, TN
Tuesday (Jul 8): High 95°F – Chance of storms after 1 p.m. (50%)
Wednesday (Jul 9): High 91°F – Thunderstorms likely after 1 p.m. (80%)
Thursday (Jul 10): High 89°F – Storms possible, mainly afternoon (60%)
Friday (Jul 11): High 90°F – Mostly sunny, slight storm chance (20%)
Saturday (Jul 12): High 91°F – Showers and storms likely (70%)
