Nashville is starting Wednesday with clear skies, calm winds and temperatures around 72 degrees, but the quiet morning will give way to a hot afternoon. The temperature is expected to reach 92 degrees, with humidity pushing the heat index as high as 101.
Afternoon Storms Could Interrupt The Heat
Mostly sunny conditions will hold through midday before a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms arrives after 1 p.m. Winds should stay light from the north-northwest at 5 mph or less, so any storm that develops could bring a sudden downpour and a quick change to outdoor plans.
The National Weather Service Nashville says severe weather is not expected, but heavy rain will remain possible with storms later this week. Tonight, the chance of rain or thunder fades after 7 p.m., followed by partly cloudy skies and a low near 73.
Thursday Starts A Hotter Stretch
Thursday looks mostly sunny and hotter, with a high near 95 and a heat index as high as 102. Friday and Saturday will stay in the low to mid-90s, while afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms become more likely, with Saturday carrying a 50% rain chance.
Heat And Lightning Are The Main Planning Issues
Anyone spending time outside should plan for shade, water and breaks during the hottest part of the afternoon. If thunder rolls in, head indoors promptly, even if the sky still looks mostly manageable; the forecast calls for scattered storms, not an all-day washout.
