Nashville, Tenn. – Relentless heat will grip Middle Tennessee on Tuesday, July 29, with heat index values surging past 109° in the afternoon — and little relief until Wednesday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, a Heat Advisory remains in effect until 8 p.m. CDT Wednesday. The advisory spans a large portion of Middle Tennessee, including Nashville, Murfreesboro, Clarksville, Franklin, and Gallatin. Afternoon temperatures Tuesday will soar near 98°F, with humidity pushing the heat index as high as 110°F.
Residents are urged to limit time outdoors between 1–6 p.m. on Tuesday. If you must travel, use caution on highways like I-40 and I-24, especially in urban areas where pavement temperatures spike dangerously. Prolonged exposure may lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
5-Day Forecast | Tuesday, July 29 – Sunday, August 3
- Tuesday: Hot and sunny. High 98°F. Heat index near 110°. Calm wind becoming northeast.
- Wednesday: Partly cloudy, high 99°F. Showers and storms possible by afternoon. Low around 76°F.
- Thursday: Storm chances continue. High 93°F. Evening showers likely. Low 72°F.
- Friday: Slightly cooler with partly sunny skies. High near 88°F. Dry through evening.
- Saturday: Spotty storms return. High 88°F. More humidity builds into Sunday.
- Sunday: Continued rain chances. High 87°F. Muggy start to August expected.
⚠️ Heat remains the top threat through midweek, but scattered storms may bring temporary relief starting late Wednesday.
