Monday morning, June 1, 2026, is starting off warm and sticky in Nashville, with temperatures hanging near 70°F and patches of fog pooled in low-lying neighborhoods, cutting visibility for the morning drive. Skies over Nashville International Airport are partly cloudy with light winds, but damp roads and ponding in underpasses remain a concern. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to fire up later this morning and continue into the afternoon, so travelers should be ready for delays.
Foggy Mornings, Stormy Midday
Areas of fog are expected before 7 a.m., then patchy fog will mix with developing showers and thunderstorms from roughly 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., with the most widespread activity late morning into early afternoon. Highs should reach close to 85°F. A few stronger cells could dump a quick quarter to half inch of rain, which would be enough to cause brief urban ponding in trouble spots. For a little context from the soggy weekend, see this stormy Sunday slog recap and the latest forecast from the National Weather Service.
Severe Risk And What To Watch
The metro sits under a Slight Risk, level 2 of 5, for severe storms today, with damaging straight-line winds as the main concern and a low but real possibility of hail or an isolated tornado. The highest coverage of storms is expected from late morning through mid-afternoon, and neighborhoods that have already been repeatedly hit by heavy rain should be alert for localized flooding. Officials are urging residents to secure loose outdoor items and to have multiple ways to receive warnings, according to Metro Nashville OEM.
Tuesday And The Week Ahead
Drier air moves in Tuesday, bringing sunshine and a high near 81°F. Northeast winds of 5 to 15 mph, with gusts up to around 25 mph, should help knock down the humidity and make it feel more comfortable than today. A ridge is expected to settle in by midweek, setting up several mostly dry days with afternoon highs in the low 80s, followed by a warmer trend later in the week, according to the National Weather Service.
To stay ahead of the weather, allow extra time for the morning commute, switch on low-beam headlights in fog, and head indoors at the first sound of thunder. Avoid driving through standing water and report any downed power lines to your utility. Residents are also encouraged to sign up for local alerts and the Metro Emergency Alert and Notification System (MEANS) for real-time updates, per Metro Nashville OEM.
