Residents of Knoxville woke up to a dense fog blanket this morning, with visibility down to half a mile. The humidity hit a saturation point at 100 percent, not uncommon for the erratic shifts in weather that are characteristic of this season in Tennessee. As the day progresses, those traveling in the morning murk are advised to take caution until around 11 a.m., when the fog is expected to lift, unveiling the promise of sunnier skies. according to the National Weather Service.
While the fog has its hands wrapped around the early risers, the National Weather Service forecasts a calm wind and an optimistic climb to a high near 77 degrees as the day unfolds. Despite the initial pea-soup conditions, clear skies are ahead for tonight, with a temperature dropping comfortably to around 52 degrees, keeping the window for a light jacket propped open.
Looking further into the week, Wednesday promises a mostly sunny salute with a high cresting at 80 degrees, offering a temperate respite after a damp start. The latter half of the week, however, brings variability, with the wind picking up and the possibility of showers as we edge into Thursday night and Friday, according to the National Weather Service. This sprinkle of rain comes with a 30 percent chance, so odds are, your outdoor plans might still stand unthreatened.
With the weekend in sight, Knoxvillians should prepare for mostly sunny conditions with highs comfortably in the mid-70s. Saturday night, partly cloudy skies will make it perfect for those wanting to enjoy the twilight. Further into the weekend, temperatures hover in a cozy range, suggesting layers might still be the wardrobe theme, with a slight drop into the high 50s at night.
Closing the forecast, Monday continues to play it coy with the weather, displaying a partly sunny temperament and peak temperatures similar to the weekend. For those planning a week ahead, it may be wise to keep an umbrella in tow alongside the sunscreen, as Tennessee weather continues dancing on the line between fall crispness and the warm whispers of summer's tail end.
