Knoxville is starting Tuesday, April 7, under a blanket of dense fog, with visibility sliced down to roughly a quarter mile and temperatures parked in the low 40s. The murk will not last long, though, with forecasters expecting it to lift by mid-morning and give way to sunny skies and a comfortable afternoon high near 66°F. Northeast winds will stay light at around 5 to 10 mph, which should make for a smooth ride home once the morning haze clears out.
Morning Fog, Clearing Fast
Low clouds and patchy fog are set to burn off quickly as the sun climbs higher. Drivers are urged to stick to low beams and ease off the gas, especially in river valleys and shaded hollows where visibility can hang low a bit longer. Patchy frost is on the table overnight into Wednesday, April 8, particularly in rural areas and higher elevations, so gardeners and farmers will want to shield any tender plants. According to the National Weather Service Morristown, dry and cooler air will control the first part of the week before temperatures begin a steady climb.
Sunshine And A Fast Warm-Up
Highs move into the low 70s on Wednesday, April 8, and hold near 72°F on Thursday, April 9, before a more pronounced warm-up arrives for Friday and the weekend. Expect highs near 77°F on Friday, April 10, around 82°F on Saturday, April 11, and peaking near 86°F on Sunday, April 12, with only minimal chances for rain through that stretch. As earlier coverage of the warm-up noted, forecasters are pointing to building ridging that should keep the region dry while southerly flow nudges temperatures higher.
What To Expect This Week
Commuters should budget a little extra time this morning, with fog likely to slow things down in a few trouble spots, but the rest of the week looks tailor-made for outdoor plans. Afternoons will be sunny and warm, with nights starting off on the chilly side early in the week before gradually moderating. There are no watches or warnings in effect for Knox County as of Tuesday morning, April 7. Weekend outings will call for sun protection, and anyone with sensitive plants should keep an eye on overnight lows, but otherwise it is shaping up to be a dry, easygoing stretch of weather.
