Knoxville is draped in a foggy mist this morning, with humidity levels reaching a saturation point at 100%. According to the National Weather Service, visibility is currently reduced to 5 miles and the dewpoint is standing at 64°F, matching the current temperature. The wind remains still, and the barometer reads 30.08 in. These updates were last confirmed at 6:55 am EDT.
Later today, residents can anticipate a slight shift in weather. While the morning bears a clarity, the chance for showers is expected to hover around 10 percent after 4 pm. The sky will transition from partly sunny to clouds as the temperature climbs to a high near 87°F. A gentle northeast wind will pick up, veering northwest in the afternoon at approximately 5 mph.
Tonight's forecast shows an increased likelihood of rainfall, with a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. The clouds persist, and temperatures are projected to dip to a low of around 69°F. The scene is set for a quiet evening as the south wind settles before becoming calm.
As the weekend approaches, Knoxville weather is anticipated to intensify. Saturday brings a 70 percent possibility of showers and thunderstorms, starting early, after 8 am. Despite the prevailing mostly cloudy cover, the temperature is still slated to rise to around 84°F, with new rainfall amounts ranging from a tenth to a quarter of an inch, although thunderstorms could drive higher totals.
The pattern of precipitation continues through the subsequent days. Sunday to Monday promises similar conditions, with each day sporting an 80% probability of showers and thunderstorms. Highs will float near the mid-80s, and calm winds will shift to a southwest direction at 5 mph in the afternoons. By nightfall, the chances of rain and storms linger, maintaining consistent lows around 70°F.
