Thursday in Nashville starts muggy and mostly cloudy, with patchy fog possible during the predawn commute and temperatures headed for the mid‑80s by midafternoon. Expect a partly sunny day with just a slight chance of an isolated shower or thunderstorm around 1 to 2 p.m., but conditions turn more unsettled as the week goes on. Light northeast winds will keep it feeling sticky, so leave a little extra time for the drive home and consider a backup plan for any evening activities outside.
Afternoon Storms And Flood Risk
The National Weather Service is calling for repeated rounds of showers and scattered thunderstorms through the weekend, with the most widespread rain likely from Friday night through Sunday. According to NWS Nashville, a few storms each afternoon and early evening could bring gusty winds and brief, localized flooding, and total rainfall since the start of the week could approach or top 2 to 4 inches across many neighborhoods. That much rain often leads to ponding on low‑lying streets and underpasses and can cause travel delays during the evening rush. If you live in a spot that floods easily, be ready to move vehicles to higher ground.
Timing And What To Expect
Patchy fog is most likely before 7 a.m., so plan for reduced visibility on back roads and in river valleys during the early drive. The forecast calls for highs near 86°F on Thursday, with only about a 20 percent chance of an isolated shower or thunderstorm in the early afternoon. Rain chances climb on Friday with roughly a 50 percent chance during the day and more widespread showers likely Friday night. Saturday and Sunday stay unsettled, with about a 60 to 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms each day and the potential for brief heavy downpours. If you have outdoor plans, morning hours are your best bet, or be prepared to shift things indoors later in the day.
Plan Your Commute
Expect wet roads during afternoon commutes, so slow down, leave extra stopping distance, and never try to drive through flooded streets. This story updates our May 26 coverage of the soggy start to the week; see Soaked Morning Commute for earlier timing and tips. If you rely on transit or have evening plans, check service alerts and local notices before you head out. Keep a phone charger handy and enable weather alerts so you will know quickly if any watches or warnings are issued.
