Nashville, Tenn. – Sunshine returns briefly across Middle Tennessee Friday, but it won’t last long — Memorial Day weekend is shaping up to be soggy. Travelers on I-40 through Nashville should expect rain and possible thunderstorms beginning Saturday night, with higher rain chances building into Memorial Day itself.
According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, Friday will bring clear skies and a high near 75°F, but clouds roll in by Friday night with a 20% chance of evening showers. Saturday brings rising humidity and a 40% chance of showers and storms, especially after 1 p.m. Rain becomes more likely overnight into Sunday.
By Sunday night, the chance of precipitation climbs to 70%, with thunderstorms possible and rainfall continuing into Memorial Day. The extended outlook includes a 60% chance of rain on Memorial Day and lingering storms into Tuesday. Temperatures stay in the low to mid-70s through the period, marking a cooler-than-average start to summer.
City-specific impacts could include wet roads across Davidson and Williamson counties, with possible delays for holiday events, picnics, and travel. If you’re heading outdoors, pack rain gear and consider alternate plans. Charge devices and secure outdoor items ahead of the storms.
Looking ahead, showers persist into Tuesday, with improving conditions expected by Wednesday. More updates are expected as the holiday approaches.
