1 week Ago By Cat Ansar
Nashville residents should brace themselves for a wet few days ahead, per the latest forecast from the National Weather Service (NWS) in Nashville. Beginning on Thursday, the likelihood of showers and thunderstorms is estimated at 80%, with an expected high of around 80 degrees Fahrenheit. While the morning may start with a calm wind, Southerners should expect it to pick up to around five mph later in the day, accompanied by possible new rainfall amounts between a quarter and a half of an inch.
As night falls on Thursday, the weather isn't expected to relent. Forecasters are calling for continued showers and thunderstorms before 11 pm, followed by a slight chance after 1 am. 5 mph winds from the Southeast will help keep temperatures at a low of around 63 degrees.
The showers bring with them less than a tenth of an inch of new rainfall, but as is often the case with thunderstorms, certain areas might experience higher amounts.On Friday, the weather pattern is expected to continue, with showers and thunderstorms likely both before and after noon, and an 80% chance of precipitation. With a high near 79 and a Southwest wind flowing at 5 to 10 mph, it promises to be another humid day in Music City.
Forecasters are warning of potential thunderstorms before 1 a.m. that night, then shifting to a chance of showers and additional thunderstorms after 1 a.
m.Looking ahead to the weekend, Nashville can expect a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms on Saturday, followed by some respite by Saturday night, with partly cloudy skies and a low of around 53 degrees. The Northeast wind at five mph should provide some reprieve from the week's wet conditions.
However, skipping into Sunday, the forecast flips back to partly sunny with another potential rise in temperatures, as highs are expected to reach near 76 degrees.Residents planning for the week ahead should note that Monday and Tuesday offer a slight chance of showers, with the chance increasing to 50% for Tuesday night. The likelihood of precipitation peaks midweek on Wednesday, when the NWS currently predicts a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms.
With these persistent conditions, locals are advised to keep their umbrellas handy and stay vigilant for updates from the National Weather Service in Nashville for timely weather alerts..
