NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Drivers and residents across Tennessee should prepare for an unseasonably hot start to October, with highs pushing near 90°F in Nashville by Wednesday. The late-season heat comes as commuters along I-40 and other major roadways face sunny skies and dry pavement, creating easy travel but raising concerns about heat stress during outdoor work.
According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, Monday and Tuesday will remain hot and dry with highs reaching 88–90°F. Winds will stay light, shifting northeast at 5 to 10 mph, while evenings cool to the lower 60s. This stretch of heat is unusual for the season, and health officials encourage residents to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged sun exposure during peak hours.
By Wednesday, October begins with sunshine and a high of 88°F, making Nashville one of the hottest metro areas in the Southeast for early fall. Skies will remain mostly clear through midweek, giving travelers and event planners confidence in dry conditions. Outdoor workers and school athletes should use caution with above-average heat lingering into late week.
Looking beyond Wednesday, slightly cooler air settles into Tennessee with highs in the low to mid-80s through Sunday. Overnight lows dip into the upper 50s and lower 60s, offering mild mornings and comfortable evenings. No rain is expected through the next five days, making it a stretch of stable weather for central and western Tennessee.
The warm, dry pattern holds through the weekend, with the next chance for significant weather shifts likely not arriving until mid-October.
Five Day Forecast for Nashville, TN
- Monday: Sunny, high 90°F, low 63°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 89°F, low 62°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 88°F, low 63°F.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 87°F, low 60°F.
- Friday: Sunny, high 84°F, low 58°F.
