Nashville woke up to clear skies and comfortable mid-50s temperatures Thursday, with a bright, dry day set to send afternoon highs into the mid-80s. It is a quick taste of early summer before rain and storms muscle back into the forecast on Friday, April 24.
Afternoon Heat And Light Winds
Thursday stays mostly sunny with a high near 85°F and light south-southwest breezes around 0–10 mph. It will feel like prime time for runs, practices, and patio time, and while it is warm, the humidity should hold off until the next system starts to move in.
Showers And Storms Likely Friday, April 24
A weak frontal wave slides in Friday and nudges rain chances up through the morning, with showers and thunderstorms becoming likely by afternoon and evening. Rain odds climb to around 70% Friday, and the stronger storms could bring gusts up to 25 mph and brief heavy downpours, so expect slick roads, slower commutes, and outdoor plans that may get cut short.
Weekend Outlook And Larger Monday Threat
Showers should fade on Saturday, though a few scattered storms may hang around. Sunday looks warmer and more muggy ahead of a more organized system expected Monday, April 27. The National Weather Service office in Nashville highlights a “medium risk of severe storms” across the mid-state Monday that could include tornadoes, damaging straight-line winds, and hail. Several inches of rain are possible through next week, so keep an eye on updated forecasts and any watches or warnings from the National Weather Service Nashville.
What To Know And Do
Plan on an umbrella Friday and have a backup plan for outdoor events Friday night and Monday. Tie down or bring in loose patio furniture, and monitor official updates if you are hosting larger gatherings. If watches or warnings are issued, head to an interior room away from windows. Drivers should allow extra travel time on wet roads and be ready for pockets of heavier rain.
Earlier Coverage
We flagged this warm midweek pattern earlier in the week, and this update fine-tunes the Friday timing and highlights the stronger Monday threat. For background, check our earlier breakdown of the warm midweek setup.
