Nashville, Tennessee – Warm air and building clouds are setting the stage for a stormy Mother’s Day in Middle Tennessee, with possible downpours and thunder hitting Nashville by early Sunday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms will develop after 1 p.m. Sunday, mainly east of I-65. Winds from the east around 5 to 10 mph may accompany brief heavy rain. While Saturday remains dry and mostly sunny with a high near 72°F, Sunday’s forecast threatens outdoor gatherings and travel along I-40, especially during peak afternoon hours.
Areas across Davidson, Wilson, and Rutherford counties should prepare for rapidly changing conditions between 1 and 7 p.m. Eastbound traffic could slow near major corridors like I-24 and I-40 due to slick pavement. Although severe weather isn’t guaranteed, lightning and isolated downpours remain possible. Residents planning to be outside Sunday afternoon are urged to monitor local radar and have indoor alternatives ready.
By Monday, storm chances jump again to 80 percent, with showers and a possible thunderstorm likely. Monday night’s low will hover around 62°F, and another round of rain is possible through Tuesday morning.
Extended 5-Day Outlook:
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 72°F.
- Sunday (Mother’s Day): 50% chance of afternoon storms, high 77°F.
- Monday: Showers and storms likely, high 76°F.
- Tuesday: 80% chance of storms, high near 77°F.
- Wednesday: Partly cloudy, high 84°F.
