Tennessee – Warm March sunshine pours over Nashville this morning as springlike air spreads across Middle Tennessee. The early warmth already hints at a dramatic weather swing heading into the weekend.
Drivers moving along I-40, I-65, and I-24 are seeing mostly clear skies early, but conditions may change later today as instability increases.
According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, temperatures will surge to around 83 degrees this afternoon across Davidson County. That places Middle Tennessee nearly 20 degrees above early-March averages. A 20 percent chance of thunderstorms develops after mid-afternoon as warmer air rises across the region.
Most areas will stay dry, but a brief shower or lightning strike could appear during the late-day commute. Drivers should stay alert for quick bursts of rain that may slick roadways.
Clouds increase heading into the weekend as a larger storm system approaches from the west. Showers and thunderstorms become likely Saturday afternoon, with rain chances climbing toward 90 percent across Nashville and nearby counties.
Some storms could bring brief heavy downpours. Travelers across Middle Tennessee should plan extra time on area highways Saturday.
Conditions improve quickly by Sunday. Skies turn partly sunny with highs near 69 degrees, offering a calmer day across the Cumberland Valley.
Early Sunday morning also marks the arrival of Daylight Saving Time. Clocks spring forward one hour at 2 a.m., bringing longer daylight into the evening hours.
Another push of spring warmth follows early next week. Monday temperatures may climb close to 78 degrees, and a broader warm pattern could develop across the Southeast through mid-March.
Meteorologists say the rapid temperature swings can sometimes create slick spots after sunset if moisture lingers on elevated roads.
Are you already feeling spring warmth in Nashville today? Let us know what temperatures you’re seeing in your neighborhood.
Five Day Outlook — Nashville, Tennessee
Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High 77°F.
Sunday: Partly sunny and calmer. High 69°F.
Monday: Warm with scattered storms possible. High 78°F.
Tuesday: Showers likely with thunderstorms possible. High 79°F.
Wednesday: Periods of rain possible. High 78°F.
