The forecast in Knoxville today predicts a cloudy morning will give way to mostly sunny conditions by the afternoon. The National Weather Service (NWS) notes that while there is a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1:00 P.M., the temperature is expected to climb to a pleasant high near 86 degrees, with a gentle northeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight's weather outlook suggests that the skies will remain mostly clear with a comfortable low around 71 degrees. The calm conditions are anticipated to continue with a northeast wind giving way to a calming breeze. As Knoxville heads into the weekend, the heat is set to intensify, with Friday's high reaching scorching near 92 degrees, and a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms in the late afternoon.
According to the NWS, Saturday could bring more significant chances of rain, with a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2:00 P.M. Despite the likelihood of precipitation, temperatures will remain hot, with highs hovering near 91 degrees. Southwest winds will be light, becoming noticeable at around 5 mph by morning.
The pattern of showers and possible thunderstorms is projected to continue through Sunday, maintaining a 60% likelihood during the day, under mostly cloudy skies. The high temperature for Sunday sits at an expected near 90 degrees. Into Sunday night, however, chances of showers and storms dwindle before midnight, setting the stage for a partly cloudy evening with lows around 69 degrees.
Those looking forward to outdoor activities early next week can expect sunny conditions on Monday, with a high near 89, followed by a mostly clear night. The reprieve from wetter weather will be a welcomed change after several days marked by the potential for thunderstorms and persistent clouds hanging over the city.
