Tennessee greets the morning wrapped in mild air and low clouds, with damp pavement reflecting headlights across Middle Tennessee. It feels more like early fall than late December, but the shift toward winter is already in motion as the first full weekend of winter unfolds.
According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, temperatures climb into the low to mid-70s through Saturday, with patchy fog possible during early hours and only spotty shower chances today. Travel conditions remain mostly smooth on I-40, I-24, and I-65 through Saturday afternoon, though reduced visibility could briefly slow drivers during foggy periods.
Changes arrive late Saturday night into Sunday. Rain chances increase, with showers becoming more widespread through Sunday and Sunday night. Gusty southwest winds develop, and wet roads could impact regional travel during peak return hours. Plan extra time if driving Sunday, especially during heavier bursts of rain.
Colder air pushes in quickly behind the rain. By Sunday night, temperatures drop into the 30s across Nashville, Murfreesboro, Clarksville, and surrounding communities. Any lingering moisture may refreeze, raising concerns for slick spots on bridges and elevated roadways early Monday.
Monday turns noticeably cooler, with highs in the mid-40s and lingering showers possible early. By midweek, nights trend colder, dipping into the 20s by Tuesday night. While no snow signal is clear right now, the warm-to-cold transition keeps winter weather risks on the table as New Year’s Eve approaches Wednesday night.
Meteorologists are watching broader winter patterns tightening across the central U.S. as 2026 approaches. Keep coats ready, protect pets and plants, and stay alert during early-morning drives.
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Five Day Forecast for Nashville, Tennessee
• Today: Mostly cloudy, slight shower chance, high near 71
• Saturday: Patchy fog early, partly sunny, high near 75
• Sunday: Showers likely, breezy, high near 76
• Monday: Cooler, chance of showers, high near 46
• Tuesday: Sunny and colder, high near 38
