Cold air presses hard against Middle Tennessee this morning, rattling tree branches and cutting through coats. Sidewalks feel stiff underfoot, and the wind makes even short walks feel longer than planned.
Tennessee remains locked in a dangerous winter pattern as a Cold Weather Advisory stays in effect statewide. According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, wind chills as low as 5 below zero are expected during the morning hours, with most of Middle Tennessee remaining below freezing through Monday morning. The advisory runs through midday Monday.
In Nashville, temperatures hover in the upper teens, but gusty north winds push wind chills into the single digits. Exposed skin can become numb quickly. Drivers along I-40, I-24, and I-65 should stay alert for slick spots on bridges and elevated ramps, especially where daytime melting refreezes after sunset. Flash freezing remains a concern during early drives.
Conditions improve slowly during the day, but cold holds firm tonight. Another hard freeze settles in, keeping lows near the lower teens. Pipes, pets, and outdoor plumbing remain vulnerable. Check on neighbors, especially older adults, and use space heaters carefully.
The weather pattern begins to loosen early next week. By Monday afternoon, sunshine helps temperatures rebound into the mid-40s. That warming accelerates into Tuesday, when highs climb near the low 50s. The quick swing from deep cold to milder air increases runoff and refreeze risks each evening.
Looking ahead through the first week of February, temperatures trend closer to seasonal levels across Middle Tennessee, while colder air targets the Midwest and Northeast. No significant winter storms are expected locally, but brief rain chances return by midweek.
Cold weather hazards remain serious for now. How cold did it feel when you stepped outside this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Nashville, TN
• Today: Bitter cold, mostly cloudy; highs near 23
• Sunday: Partly sunny, still cold; highs near 32
• Monday: Mostly sunny, moderating; highs near 45
• Tuesday: Mild with clouds; highs near 51
• Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, cooler; highs near 39
