Middle Tennessee Faces Arctic Blast This Weekend

News Summary

This weekend, Middle Tennessee is preparing for frigid weather as an Arctic air mass sweeps in following rain showers. Snow flurries are expected late Saturday night, primarily affecting northern and eastern areas, where accumulations could reach up to 2 inches. A cold weather advisory will be in effect, warning residents of the coldest temperatures of the season, with wind chills dipping as low as -5°F. Safety precautions should be taken as temperatures are expected to remain sub-freezing for several days.

Middle Tennessee Braces for an Arctic Blast This Weekend!

Hey there, Nashville! Buckle up because we’re in for a wild ride with weather this weekend! As the rain showers make their exit late Saturday night, a big chill is set to roll into Middle Tennessee. Yes, you guessed it—we’re talking about a blast of frigid Arctic air that’s going to take hold!

Snow Showers on The Horizon

Starting late Saturday night, after the last drops of rain leave the area, you can expect to see some flurries and snow showers greeting us. They’re mainly going to be a guest from midnight through early Sunday morning, with some staying around into midday Sunday. If you’re hoping for a snow day to build a snowman or go sledding, you might want to keep your expectations in check, though. We’re looking at a general expectation of a dusting of snow across the region.

Now, if you live a bit more north or east of Nashville, you might get lucky. These areas could see increased snow accumulations, possibly reaching up to an inch on and near the Cumberland Plateau. And for the lucky spots in the Plateau, there’s even a chance of snagging up to 2 inches of snow. Now that’s something to talk about!

Cold Weather Advisory Alert!

But hold on! The fun doesn’t stop with snow. Starting Sunday, brace yourselves for some serious cold. Yes, we’re talking about the coldest weather of the whole season! Highs will barely creep into the 20s for Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, and the lows? Oh boy, they’ll be dropping into the teens and even single digits.

And let’s not forget about that frigid wind blowing through during Sunday morning. It’s going to make those warm cups of cocoa feel like heaven! With the wind chill, we’re looking at temperatures dipping into the single digits and possibly flirting with zero degrees. Stay bundled up, everyone!

Advisories All Around

This chilly weather has sparked a Cold Weather Advisory from 6 PM Sunday to Noon Monday, warning of temperatures plunging into the single digits with wind chills as low as a frosty -5°F. So, if you need to go out, make sure to dress like an Eskimo!

Also noteworthy, a Winter Weather Advisory kicks in from 4 AM to 6 PM Sunday for the eastern counties. They may see up to an inch of snow, with the higher elevations possibly getting up to 2 inches. The rest of Middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky will likely see some snow as well, but not quite as much as an advisory level—think more in the range of a coating to ½ inch. Better keep an eye on those roads because sub-freezing temperatures could mean some slippery spots are developing.

What’s Next?

These frigid temperatures are expected to stick around for over 72 hours, spanning from Sunday, January 19 to Wednesday, January 22. But don’t despair just yet! Following the incredibly cold start on Wednesday, we’re looking forward to a little warming trend taking place in the afternoon through to Friday of next week.

So, Nashville friends, let’s brace ourselves for this Arctic embrace! Whether you’re out enjoying the wintery weather or snuggled up at home, make sure to stay warm and safe. Happy snow watching!

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Additional Resources

• Weather.com: Nashville Weather
• Tennessean: Nashville Weather Update
• WKRN: Arctic Air Invades Tennessee
• Wikipedia: Winter Weather
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Winter