A Minor Cold Weather Advisory grips Nashville, effective from January 31 at 6:00 AM until February 2 at noon CST. As dawn breaks over Music City this chilly Saturday morning, a biting cold punctuates the air, with the thermometer registering a mere 12.4°F. The wind, though moderate at 7.6 mph, feels sharper, as it carries the promise of even colder conditions to come.

Nashville awakens under a mostly clear sky, the light of early morning casting long, cold shadows. This moment of tranquility deceives, for today the temperature is set to climb only as high as 20.1°F, despite the sun’s best efforts. Gusts could reach up to 14.1 mph, intensifying the chill. Precipitation is not expected; the day promises dryness accentuated by an overcast cloak that will thicken as the hours pass.

Tonight, the city will not find much reprieve from the cold. The temperature is predicted to drop to a low of 17.2°F, with lighter winds around 8.1 mph swirling under a still-overcast sky. Despite the absence of snow or rain, the wintry bite ensures a need for warmth and shelter.

The entire region of Middle Tennessee is held tightly in this cold spell’s embrace. By Saturday and Sunday mornings, anticipated wind chills could plumb as low as 5 degrees below zero. This fierce cold is set to maintain its icy grip until Monday noon, not relenting the below-freezing hold it has on the area.

Residents and visitors are advised to take considerable precautions against the risk of hypothermia brought on by these harsh conditions. During this time, staying indoors where it is warm, dressing in layers, and keeping a watchful eye on those most vulnerable to the cold are essential measures to weather this frigid spell safely.