Residents in Nashville can expect slightly variable weather conditions over the coming week. According to the National Weather Service, today has a high likelihood of reaching up to the mid-90s with heat index values soaring as high as 103 degrees. A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms is also predicted, mainly occurring between late afternoon hours.
The relative humidity will remain high at around 88 percent, contributing to the oppressive heat felt across the city. To escape the most sweltering conditions, residents may try to avoid outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours when the heat index is expected to peak. Tonight, the chance of precipitation decreases to a mere 20 percent before 8 p.m., and skies will mostly clear up, with lows hovering at a comfortable mid-70s.
Similar patterns are anticipated for the rest of the week, with primarily sunny skies each day, punctuated by chances of showers and thunderstorms, mostly after noon. The Wednesday through Friday forecast indicates a steady climb in the possibility of precipitation, with a 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms by Friday afternoon, according to the NWS.
Those planning evening activities this week should keep a light jacket or umbrella close at hand, as nightly chances of showers seem to stubbornly hover at 20 percent before 1 a.m. Predicted lows for the week will consistently stay barely below the mid-70s. Saturday during the day will continue this pattern, expecting a 50 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms after 1 p.m. and a high near 94 degrees. As we roll into the next week, this dance between sunlight and storms is poised to continue unabated.
