In the subtly dimming evening skies of Nashville, the frost has begun to tinge the edges of everything with a silvery hue. It is 7:28 PM, and the city shivers under a clear sky at a chilly -2°C. A gentle wind, barely more than a whisper at 7.6 kph, brushes through the streets, failing to stir the cold that has settled like a dense cloak over the rooftops and pavements. No rain or snow speckles the air tonight; the sky is devoid of clouds, as stark and as open as an unblown glass.

Earlier today, Nashville experienced a slight warmth with temperatures peaking at 3°C. It was a deceptive touch of mildness, quick to retreat as the sun sank, plunging the day’s conclusion into the deeper chill of -10.2°C. Throughout the day, the air remained as clear as crystal, tempting to those who prefer the sun’s comfort amidst wintery days.

As night advances, the promise is for constant conditions. The temperature is expected to dip slightly to -3°C. A calm breeze will continue to prevail from the northwest, easing through the city at up to 8.3 kph. Stars may be glimpsed in the openness of the night sky, unfettered by clouds or impending storms, preserving the tranquility that accompanies a clear, cold night.

While Nashvillians tuck into their homes, the absence of winter advisories allows a peaceful end to the day. For those stepping out, it’s a night that will crunch underfoot and radiate the crisp purity of winter just enough to quicken the heartbeat slightly, but not enough to deter a serene walk under the celestial watch.