Knoxville is starting Juneteenth on a friendly note, with mostly cloudy skies this morning and temperatures parked in the low 70s. It will warm into the mid 80s this afternoon, and most of today’s Juneteenth activities around the city should stay dry, with only light northwest breezes in the mix. There is a small chance of a brief, light shower, but the real weather drama is waiting until the back half of the weekend.
Afternoon and Evening
Afternoon highs are expected to reach around 84°F under mostly sunny skies, with northwest winds around 0 to 6 mph. Any showers that do pop up should be weak and short lived, dropping less than a tenth of an inch of rain where they occur. Tonight looks partly cloudy with a low near 62°F, so evening events should be in good shape.
Weekend Storm Watch
Storm chances ramp up on Sunday as southerly flow pushes warmer air back into the valley. Highs could climb to around 89°F before afternoon showers and thunderstorms bubble up. Showers and storms are likely Sunday night into Monday morning, and forecasters note that some of these could become organized, with strong gusts, as southwest winds may gust as high as 30 to 35 mph. The wettest and windiest stretch is expected late Sunday night through Monday, according to the National Weather Service in Morristown.
What This Means For Juneteenth Events
Many local parades and community celebrations are scheduled for Friday, and today’s forecast should cooperate for outdoor events, though it never hurts to keep an eye on the sky. If your plans extend into Sunday evening or early Monday morning, it is wise to have a backup plan, since some organizers may need to shift schedules if storms move in. Event listings and parade details are available through Visit Knoxville.
Keep your phone charged and check for updates before heading out. Gusty storms can briefly knock out power and bring down small branches. This forecast will be updated if the National Weather Service issues any watches or warnings.
