Knoxville residents can look forward to a relatively tranquil weather pattern as we approach the final week of May. The National Weather Service reports clear skies today with a daytime high around 72 degrees and calm winds that will gently shift to the northwest. However, the evening promises a slight shift as clouds gather, leading to a partly cloudy night with a low near 51 degrees.
Those planning their weekend activities should be wary of the skies come Saturday afternoon. A slight chance of showers between 2 pm and 5 pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5 pm is expected, marking the beginning of a period of unsettled weather extending into the following week. Despite the prognostication of rain, temperatures will remain amiable with highs hovering around 72 degrees.
For outdoors enthusiasts or those planning memorial tributes this Memorial Day weekend, there's certainly an impetus to stay informed on the latest weather developments. Sunday forecasts indicate higher probabilities with Showers likely, with thunderstorms also possible after 11 am, while Monday—the day of remembrance—has a similar outlook. The chance of precipitation on both days is hefty at 70 percent, indicative of a weather system that seems reluctant to move on quickly.
Indeed, the week opens with an assertive reminder from Mother Nature that spring is a season of renewal—and for Knoxville, a time of precipitation. Showers and thunderstorms are set to continue into Tuesday and beyond, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2 am. A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 am is expected on the night following Memorial Day. With these predictions, it's clear that residents and visitors alike will navigate a wetter narrative as May says goodbye.
