TODAY’S FORECAST
Wow… it’s a cold start to the day.
We won’t warm much today as high temperatures will be trending about ten degrees below average for this time of the year. But, at least it will be abundantly sunny! If you have evening plans, those temps will drop pretty quickly after sundown.
THE REST OF THE STORY
We stay relatively quiet through the workweek. I say relatively because there is is another disturbance late Wednesday into early Thurday that may bring some light snow to the mountains,. Then we warm as another cold front, or rather an arctic front heads our way. That will help to push our afternoon high temperatures into the upper 40s to low 50s, which is right where we should be for this time of the year, based on a 30 year average.
The cold front arrives on Friday and Saturday. That will bring us very beneficial rainfall, up to one inch is possible. But, behind that cold front we drop like a rock. There is a very slight chance for some mountain snow showers on Sunday and maybe even a few flurries in the valley. No travel troubles expected.
Now let’s talk arctic air.
The latest model guidance has some of the coldest air of the year heading our way. I mean, I’m talking temperatures running 20-30 degrees colder than average. And remember, our average high is 48 and low is 30.
THAT’S SOME COLD AIR!
Now we just need to monitor and storms that may develop in the Deep South. If that happens, and yes, there are signs it could, we could be dealing with another major winter storm in the southeastern United States.
STAY TUNED!
7-Day Weather Forecast
Knoxville, Chattanooga, Tri-Cities & Crossville, TN Updated Daily
Key Tips for the Week Ahead:
- Dress in Layers: With daytime highs in the 40s and low 50s, layering is key to staying comfortable.
- Prepare for Freezing Temps: As temperatures dip below freezing at night, protect your outdoor plants and be mindful of icy patches on roads.
- Watch for Light Snow: While the start of the week looks dry, expect a higher chance of rain by Thursday, so have an umbrella ready.
We hope this forecast helps you plan your week in Knoxville and East Tennessee! Keep checking back for the latest updates, and stay warm, East Tennessee!