Nashville woke up to clear skies and mid-70s Tuesday morning, but the easy start will not last. Temperatures are set to climb quickly, with highs near 92 this afternoon as south-southwest winds pick up. A chance of showers and thunderstorms arrives later in the day, with a more widespread rain threat moving in late Tuesday night into Wednesday.
Afternoon Heat And Gusty South Winds
Mostly sunny skies this morning will drive neighborhoods into the upper 80s and low 90s by mid-afternoon. South-southwest winds of 5 to 10 mph are expected, with gusts up to about 20 mph that will make it feel even hotter and could topple unsecured outdoor items. Cyclists and drivers of light vehicles should use extra caution during any gustier stretches.
Evening And Overnight Storm Risk
A chance of showers and thunderstorms begins after 1 p.m., then increases late Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, with rain chances rising from roughly 30% in the afternoon to about 50% overnight and near 80% Wednesday. Forecasters say the severe-weather threat Tuesday is low, but any storm could still kick up gusty winds or drop small hail. According to the National Weather Service, ensemble guidance shows a high probability that many locations could pick up at least 2 inches of rain by the end of the week.
Plan Ahead For The Week
The front is expected to stall to the south later this week, keeping medium to high rain chances in play through the weekend and knocking highs back into the low 80s Wednesday and beyond. That setup raises the odds of multiple downpours and localized flooding, so line up indoor backups for outdoor plans and avoid driving through standing water. For preparedness tips and local advisories, see guidance from Nashville Emergency Management.
