A Moderate Winter Storm Watch is in effect for a portion of Middle Tennessee starting from Friday evening through Sunday afternoon. Forecasters predict heavy snow north of Interstate 40 with possible accumulations exceeding six inches, and significant ice accumulations, over half an inch, anticipated south of this boundary. Such conditions are likely to lead to power outages and travel disruptions.

At 5:14 PM in Nashville, an overlay of cold drizzles sets the scene, cloaking the city in a veil of moderate rain under a dimming sky. The air holds a chill, registered at 6.7°C, stirred gently by winds flowing at 10.7 kph. Pavements, wet with today’s earlier downpour totaling 0.03 inches, reflect the city lights in a glossy sheen. Today saw a swing in temperatures, peaking at a mild 10.6°C before a noticeable dip to -1.6°C, as dense drizzle dominated the weather narrative.

Tonight, the cold persists with temperatures forecasted to hover around 6.2°C. The wind, not quite settled, is expected to whip up to 11.5 kph. The skies will likely clear up slightly, but a moderate drizzle continues, dousing the city with a lighter touch, reflecting a 29% chance of precipitation.

Travelers and residents are advised to stay vigilant, especially with the upcoming severe weather conditions forecasted for the weekend. Plans should be adjusted accordingly to accommodate potential delays and hazards. The landscape, presently drenched and slick, is set to transform into a wintry tableau of snow and ice, reminding everyone in its path of winter’s potent sway.