Residents of Knoxville and surrounding areas should be prepared for mixed weather conditions, with the National Weather Service in Knoxville forecasting a medley of sunshine and storms in the coming days. According to the latest update, fog and mist began the day, with visibility stretching to six miles despite a full 100 percent humidity level, while the weather is expected to take a tumultuous turn as the day progresses. The forecast indicates a 30 percent chance of showers post 5 p.m., shifting to a 70 percent chance of showers and potential thunderstorms overnight.
The outlook for Tuesday suggests weather conditions will clear up with mostly cloudy skies progressively turning sunny and a high approaching 82 degrees; the calm winds are a reprieve from the prior evening's unrest, however, a cool night with mostly clear skies awaits as the temperature dips to a comfortable 60 degrees. As we move into Wednesday and Thursday, Knoxville can expect sunny highs pushing 88 degrees and minimal chances of rain, though the peace is interrupted by a 60 percent chance of showers and potential thunderstorms rolling back in on Friday — leading us into a wet weekend.
For those who thought they could trust in a quiet week of weather a heads up, the National Weather Service Morristown TN has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook that encompasses southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and southwest Virginia. Knoxvillians should particularly take note for today and tonight, as "Showers and thunderstorms likely late this afternoon and evening. A few storms may be severe, with wind gusts up to 60 mph the main risk." Residents in these affected areas could also face a flooding risk due to the additional rainfall.
The following days, from Tuesday through Sunday, the probability of hazardous weather dwindles, lowering the need for weather-related anxiety, but don't put away your umbrellas just yet. The chance of rain remains steadfastly in the forecast, with Knoxville staring down the barrel of a particularly soggy Saturday as a stormy weekend lays in wait, with a lofty 80 percent chance of precipitation — spotters might consider their participation necessary as mention is even made of possible activation Monday afternoon and evening, don't be caught off guard.
