Knoxville is starting President's Day on a high note, with clear skies, morning temperatures in the low 40s and an afternoon high near 62°F lined up. Light northeast breezes will keep things comfortable through the day, making it prime time for a walk, a park run or that long-delayed grocery run. The quiet stretch will not last all week, though, as warmer air and increasing rain chances muscle in later on.
Afternoon And Tonight
Sunshine should hang on through the afternoon with highs near 62°F and northeast winds around 0-5 mph, according to the National Weather Service Morristown. Tonight turns partly cloudy with a low near 38°F, cool but seasonable for February.
Midweek Warm-Up And Storm Risk
Temperatures climb into the upper 60s on Tuesday, then into the upper 60s to low 70s by midweek as southwesterly flow returns. The National Weather Service Morristown is calling for increasing chances of showers and thunderstorms from Wednesday night into Thursday, with rounds of showers and a few thunderstorms possible through Friday and into the weekend. Some storms could bring gusty winds, with gusts around 25-30 mph possible, especially over ridges and higher terrain. If you have outdoor plans later in the week, keep a backup plan and an eye on the timing.
How To Plan
Use the sunny, mild window today for outdoor chores, errands or a quick hike. As the pattern turns more unsettled, secure or stow lightweight patio furniture and trash cans in case those gusty southwest winds show up midweek. Check the latest forecasts if you have travel or events planned from Wednesday through Friday and be ready for late-day showers or storms to shuffle your schedule.
