Nashville woke up to the atmospheric equivalent of a warm, wet blanket on Sunday, May 31, 2026, with mostly cloudy skies and muggy air holding temperatures in the mid-60s. By afternoon, highs are expected to climb into the mid-80s, and scattered showers and thunderstorms will become more likely, bringing brief heavy downpours and gusty winds that could derail outdoor plans and slow the evening commute.
Afternoon Storms Possible
Forecasters expect scattered showers and thunderstorms to develop after about 1 p.m., with roughly a 50% chance that storms pop up around the metro. Most spots should see a tenth to a quarter of an inch of new rain, though a few cells could deliver heavier, quick-hitting downpours. Looking ahead, Monday, June 1, 2026, is expected to be the most active day of this stretch, with a low severe threat for damaging winds, before drier, near-normal conditions return Tuesday with highs near 81°F, according to the National Weather Service.
Where Flooding Could Repeat
Neighborhoods that dealt with street flooding earlier this week are still the likeliest spots to see brief urban ponding if one of those heavier cells parks overhead. For local context and recent reports on low-lying underpasses and soggy commutes, see our earlier coverage this week on recent flood-prone trouble spots.
How To Prepare
Plan on rain gear if you are out this afternoon, and build in extra time for the drive in case showers slow traffic. Avoid driving through standing water, even if it looks shallow, and if you hear thunder, move indoors and keep an eye on updates before heading to any evening events.
