The National Weather Service in Knoxville is forecasting a mixed bag of weather for the coming week, with a mix of clear skies and impending showers. According to the latest updates, today's weather is mostly cloudy with a high near 59 degrees, while calm winds will pick up, gusting as high as 20 mph in the afternoon. Meanwhile, tonight holds a 30 percent chance of showers, primarily after 3 a.m., with lows around 48 degrees and gusts potentially reaching 25 mph.
Knoxville's weekend weather could include a few sprinkles with a 30 percent chance of rain mainly before 7 a.m. on Saturday. Despite the potential for a damp start, the day is expected to warm up to near 60 degrees with the sun breaking through. Come nighttime, there's another slight chance of showers after 1 a.m., followed by a mostly cloudy Sunday with a high near 55 degrees and a continuous drizzle likely before the afternoon. The new week starts sunny on Monday, and temperatures are set to rise, peaking at 70 on Tuesday and hitting 74 by Wednesday. However, showers may return midweek, with the odds increasing to 50 percent on Wednesday night and continuing into Thursday.
When breaking down the upcoming weather patterns, NWS Knoxville has indicated that the changing winds will influence a transition between the varied weather conditions. After shifting from southwest to north on Saturday afternoon, and calming overnight, the winds are expected to maintain lower speeds, fostering a brief respite of clear skies before the next system brings showers midweek.
For those planning ahead, the clear nights early next week could be ideal for outdoor activities. But as the week progresses, it is advised to keep an umbrella close at hand. With temperatures hovering in the 60s and low 70s, Knoxville will experience a hint of spring warmth amidst the intermittent showers. The NWS forecast denotes the potential highs and lows, yet the true constant is the capricious nature of March weather, in this slice of the Tennessee Valley.
