Nashville wakes up Friday, April 24, on the mild side, with upper 50s to low 60s in the morning and an afternoon climb into the mid 80s under mostly sunny skies. A stray shower or thunderstorm could pop up late in the day, but the main show is expected Friday night, when a more widespread round of showers and storms moves in. Forecasters are also keeping close tabs on another system for Monday, April 27, that could pack a more serious punch.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
South-southwest winds will crank up through the afternoon to around 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to about 20 mph that could make outdoor chores feel a bit blustery. Most of Friday should stay dry and warm, with a high near 85 degrees, though a few isolated storms may try to fire after about 4 p.m.
Rain Friday Night And Saturday Morning
Showers and thunderstorms are likely Friday night into early Saturday, with forecasters calling for roughly an 80% chance of rain and new rainfall totals of about a quarter to a half inch. The Nashville Office of Emergency Management is urging residents and event organizers to stay plugged into updates. Outdoor plans for Saturday morning, including the Rock n Roll Nashville Marathon on April 25, should come with a backup indoor option in case storms linger. This is an update to start the week clear before the heat cranks up.
Severe Threat Monday
The pattern turns more volatile early next week. The National Weather Service in Nashville warns that all modes of severe weather, including damaging winds, hail, and tornadoes, could be on the table Monday, April 27. Exact timing is still fuzzy and may favor the overnight hours, so this is one of those setups where you do not want to be caught off guard. Review your severe weather safety plan now and make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings, especially if storms roll through while you are asleep.
What To Do
Before the storms arrive, bring lightweight outdoor items inside, charge phones and other devices, and have a clear plan for moving outdoor activities indoors if storms approach. Keep a close eye on local forecasts and official Metro channels for any watches or warnings through the weekend and into early next week.
