The fog and mist that blanketed Knoxville this morning are shortly expected to clear, paving the way for a mostly sunny day with temperatures climbing near 89 degrees, according a report from the National Weather Service. The humidity, clinging at a high percentage of 94%, will be a subtle reminder of the season's reluctance to fully embrace the autumnal change. Winds are predicted to remain calm, shifting southwest only slightly in the afternoon.
The evening promises to carry on the same calm weather pattern, with the NWS forecasting partly cloudy skies and a low settling around 67 degrees. The east wind, currently a whisper, is anticipated to similarly quiet as the night progresses. The weekend will continue to usher in heat, with Sunday's mercury expected to tip even higher, reaching a hot 91 degrees under mostly sunny skies.
Looking ahead into the week, residents can anticipate a slight shift in conditions. The NWS states that there's a "slight chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 2pm" on Monday. Despite the potential for precipitation, the day will remain partly sunny with a high near 89, with calm winds turning westerly. The chance of rain increases slightly into Tuesday night with a 40 percent likelihood of showers and thunderstorms after 8pm.
Midweek weather trends suggest a continuation of these patterns, with a 30 percent chance of rainfall in the forecast for both Wednesday and Wednesday night. These slight vacillations in dry and wet conditions are projected to extend into the end of the week. Thursday and Friday will largely remain sunny despite another 20 percent chance of showers, a balance between summer's tenacity and fall's tentative knock.
Local residents and visitors alike can keep to regularly check updates on the NWS's official website at forecast.weather.gov for the latest on Knoxville's weather as the transition between seasons unfolds.
