Nashville woke up to cloudy skies, a springlike breeze, and temperatures in the low 60s on Wednesday morning, with a steady southerly wind already in play. Highs are set to climb into the upper 60s, and spotty showers could pop up through the afternoon before a better shot at steadier rain moves in tonight. The evening commute may feel blustery as winds ramp up across the metro.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Southerly winds will strengthen this afternoon, generally 10 to 15 mph with gusts into the mid 20s, which can make bridges and exposed roadways especially gusty. The strongest gusts are expected from mid to late afternoon, then ease after sunset. It is a good idea to secure patio furniture and keep umbrellas tucked away for the drive home.
Thursday Near-Record Warmth And Storm Risk
Thursday is on track to be the warmest day of the week, with highs pushing into the mid 70s and a stronger southwest flow helping to boost storm chances by Thursday night. According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are likely Thursday night, and there is a low chance that a few storms could turn strong with gusty winds into the overnight hours. If you have outdoor plans Thursday evening, line up a backup option and keep weather alerts turned on.
Weekend Cooldown And Snow Chance
Rain chances will hang around into the weekend as temperatures slide back toward seasonal norms. Saturday could bring additional showers, and Saturday night may feature a brief rain-to-snow mix in the coolest spots. Any accumulation is expected to stay light, generally under a half inch, where it does occur. By Sunday, highs should settle in the low to mid 40s with a frosty night to follow.
What To Do
We covered this warm spell and the gusty winds in an earlier update, with more on timing and local impacts. Keep short-term alerts enabled, secure loose outdoor items, and make sure you have a dry backup plan for Thursday evening events.
