Nashville commuters are getting a little bit of everything over the next few days, starting with a crisp but calm Friday and ending with a hard freeze that will feel more like January than March.
Friday kicks off under clear skies and a chilly start around 39°F, but the afternoon will warm nicely to a high near 67°F. As the day goes on, southerly winds will pick up and make it feel even milder. That warm-up sticks around into the weekend, with highs in the low 70s on Saturday and the mid to upper 70s on Sunday, before a strong cold front barges in Sunday night.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
By Friday afternoon, southerly winds will generally run 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to about 25 mph. That is enough to send lighter outdoor items scooting across the yard if they are not secured. The breeze will hang around into the weekend as the southerly flow keeps feeding warmer air into Middle Tennessee.
Sunday Night Showers And Thunderstorms
Late Sunday evening, a cold front will sweep through the area. Expect rain showers to develop between about 7 p.m. and 10 p.m., followed by heavier showers and thunderstorms overnight. Gusts could jump into the 30s mph along the line of storms. According to the National Weather Service, the risk of severe storms is currently low, but gusty winds and brief heavy rain could still cause headaches for Sunday night drivers.
Temperatures Plummet Monday
Once the front passes, Monday will feel like a completely different season. Highs will struggle to reach about 45°F, and by Monday night, temperatures are expected to tumble into the low 20s. A hard freeze is likely in many spots. There is also a chance that rain could mix with brief snow showers early Monday, though any accumulation should stay light and mainly confined to higher elevations such as the Cumberland Plateau.
Plan Ahead
It is a good weekend to stay weather-aware. Tie down or bring in outdoor furniture before the winds ramp up, and plan for extra travel time Sunday evening with wet roads and occasional strong gusts. For the latest watches, warnings, and preparedness tips, check Nashville emergency management before heading out.
