Winter Storm Watch: 1/21/26: Nashville Braces for Major Winter Storm: Heavy Snow and Ice on the Horizon!

by Weather Write | Jan 21, 2026 | Weather | 0 comments

Winter Storm Watch

* WHAT…Heavy snow and ice possible. Total snow accumulations over 6 inches and ice accumulations over half an inch possible. Highest snow accumulations are favored for areas north of Interstate 40 with highest ice accumulations favored for areas south of Interstate 40.

* WHERE…A portion of Middle Tennessee.

* WHEN…From Friday evening through Sunday afternoon.

* IMPACTS…Expect power outages and tree damage due to the ice. Travel could be impossible.

From 2026-01-24T00:00:00+00:00 · until 2026-01-26T00:00:00+00:00 · Source: NWS Nashville TN

A Moderate Winter Storm Watch is in effect for Middle Tennessee from Friday evening through Sunday afternoon. Weather forecasters warn of possible heavy snow and ice, with the most severe conditions predicted north of Interstate 40 for snow and south for ice.

Tonight in Nashville, a quiet overcast sky drapes over the city as the evening settles in at 7:28 PM. The temperature hovers at a cool 6.3°C, with a gentle breeze moving at 6 kph. The atmosphere holds a promise of tranquility, as no precipitation falls at the moment, despite the dense drizzle that frequented earlier today.

During the day, residents of Nashville experienced varying conditions. The temperature reached a high of 10.6°C but dipped to -1.6°C in the colder morning hours. Winds stirred up to 18 kph, bringing with them a 91% chance of precipitation, which materialized as a scant 0.09 inches of rain.

Looking ahead to the rest of the night, the forecast predicts conditions will remain largely the same with an overcast sky and a low steady near today’s current 6°C. Winds will slightly pick up to a subtle 7.6 kph, and while the chance of rain drops to a lower 33%, the air remains laden with moisture.

The week ahead demands attention as the winter storm watch commences, aiming a harsher spectacle of weather at the region. Travelers and residents should prepare for significant disruptions due to heavy snow and ice, anticipated power outages, and challenging road conditions. Remain vigilant and stay tuned to further updates as this weather event unfolds.

Today's Details

High
11°C
Low
-2°C
Wind
18 kph
Humidity
94%
UV Index
2 (Low)
Precip
91% chance · 0.09 in
Now
6°C · feels 4°C
Sunrise
6:54am
Sunset
5:02pm

7-Day Forecast

Day High Low Conditions
Wednesday 11°C -2°C Drizzle: dense
Thursday 7°C -1°C Overcast
Friday 2°C -5°C Overcast
Saturday -5°C -7°C Snow fall: heavy
Sunday -5°C -8°C Snow fall: moderate
Monday -3°C -21°C Overcast
Tuesday 0°C -15°C Overcast

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