A significant winter storm is set to impact Nashville, Tennessee this weekend, bringing a mix of snow, sleet, freezing rain, and rain. Following this winter blast, the region may experience dangerously low temperatures, with a possibility of plummeting to zero degrees.
Historically, Nashville is not accustomed to such frigid mornings; the last recorded zero-degree temperature at Nashville International Airport was in 2024, with earlier occurrences in 2022 and sporadically throughout the 1990s. This highlights how rare it is for the city to see such extreme cold, with only two instances of zero degrees noted in the current millennium.
The presence of snow on the ground significantly increases the likelihood of reaching these low temperatures. Snow acts as insulation, trapping heat in the lower atmosphere, while also reflecting sunlight, which reduces daytime warming.
Looking ahead to Tuesday morning, Nashville is expected to experience its coldest temperatures in months, with several areas potentially nearing negative territory. Residents are urged to stay informed about the changing weather conditions.
For personalized weather alerts, forecasts, and informative videos about the impending storms, residents can download the WSMV 4 First Alert Weather app, available for both iPhone and Android users. The community is also encouraged to share any weather-related photos or videos, contributing to the ongoing dialogue about local conditions.