Nashville residents are preparing for a stretch of extreme heat, with temperatures expected to climb into the upper 90s and heat indexes reaching as high as 106, according to the National Weather Service. The city began the day with patchy fog, but forecasters say the sun will dominate by midday, signaling that the dog days of summer are still in full swing across Music City.
The National Weather Service says relief will be limited, with nighttime lows only around 74 degrees. Sunny skies and dangerous heat are expected through the weekend, with heat indexes reaching up to 106.
Saturday night will stay mostly clear with lows near 74 and little wind to bring relief. On Sunday, the heat continues with highs close to 100, keeping August’s intense weather in full swing.
Monday will be sunny and hotter, with highs near 101, according to the NWS. Nighttime lows in the mid-70s will bring little relief, and only a light northeast breeze may briefly ease the heat.
Tuesday will be sunny with highs near 100. A 20 percent chance of rain may come after dark. Rain chances increase to 30 percent Wednesday and Thursday, with highs easing into the low to mid-90s.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information on the weather conditions in Nashville, locals are encouraged to visit NWS website.
