Early Saturday morning, Nashville is clear and cool, about 43°F as of 5:35 a.m. CDT on Saturday, March 14, 2026. The chill will not last long, though, as the city quickly warms into the 70s under sunny skies. Highs near 75°F are expected Saturday afternoon, offering a textbook spring day before the weather flips the script Sunday night with gusty winds and a line of thunderstorms late Sunday into early Monday that could bring damaging gusts.
Sunday Storms And High Winds
Sunday, March 15, will be breezy and warm, with highs near 76°F and south winds of 10 to 25 mph. Forecasters expect non-thunderstorm gusts of 40 to 45 mph during the afternoon, so it will feel blustery even before storms arrive. After about 7 p.m., a line of thunderstorms is projected to sweep east across Middle Tennessee. The National Weather Service warns this line could produce damaging straight-line winds in excess of 70 mph, with only a low tornado threat, according to NWS Nashville. Because some of the strongest gusts may arrive late at night, residents are urged to have multiple ways to receive warnings and to avoid travel if a warning is issued, especially for late-night commutes or events.
How To Prepare
Before the wind cranks up, secure outdoor furniture, grills, and trash cans so they do not turn into overnight projectiles, and bring pets and vulnerable items indoors. Charge phones, make sure weather alerts are turned on and loud, and consider a NOAA Weather Radio or the Metro Emergency Alert and Notification System for backup, especially for overnight warnings. For local preparedness steps and shelter information, see the Nashville Office of Emergency Management.
Monday's Cold Snap
Once the front pushes through, temperatures will drop sharply on Monday, March 16. Highs will only reach around 41°F, with rain showers before dawn and a chance of snow showers during the morning commute. Monday night will be much colder, with lows falling into the upper teens to low 20s and a hard freeze expected across much of Middle Tennessee. Residents should protect outdoor plants, pets, and exposed pipes. Forecasters do not expect significant snow accumulations in the immediate Nashville area, although a few higher spots on the Plateau may see minor slushy amounts.
Bottom Line
Soak up the sunny, warm Saturday while it lasts, then be ready for a much windier and stormier Sunday night, followed by a sharp cooldown on Monday. Keep a close eye on local updates and have a plan to quickly get to shelter if warnings are issued.
