Nashville residents can expect plenty of sun today, but they should keep their umbrellas handy as the chance of showers and thunderstorms increases throughout the week, according to the National Weather Service. NWS Nashville forecasts a high of 93 degrees with south winds at 5 to 10 mph. However, the evening may bring a slight chance of showers, escalating into a greater risk for thunderstorms as the week continues.
Tonight's weather will see a low of around 68 degrees with a mild south wind and only a 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5 am. The week will progress with a mix of sun and storms. Wednesday has a 40 percent chance of rain, mainly after 7 am, while Thursday and Friday are expected to face showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm, with chances of precipitation jumping to 70 and 80 percent respectively.
Heading into the weekend, the pattern persists; Nashville's Saturday forecast includes a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with partly sunny skies and a high near 86. By Sunday, the likelihood of storms rises, pegging the chance of precipitation at 70 percent – a figure that remains consistent through to Memorial Day.
For those planning Memorial Day activities, NWS suggests keeping alternate plans ready. With showers and thunderstorms likely and a predicted high of 85 degrees, the holiday might not be all sunshine and picnics. Last reported at 7:50 am CDT, NWS advised of a fairly humid environment, with the current humidity at 74 percent and a calm wind setting the stage for a possibly erratic week in weather ahead.
