A Severe Winter Storm Warning is in effect for much of Middle Tennessee until 6 PM CST Sunday. As the nocturnal calm of Nashville continued, the temperature held firmly at 18.9°F under a mostly clear sky. A persistent wind traveled at 10.6 mph, carving through the silent night, a precursor to the brewing storm.

Late into the night, Nashville felt the cold tighten its grip. The wind whispered between buildings and across the quiet streets; yet, no snowfall disturbed the peace. The actual tumult was reserved for the impending dawn, with a forecast promising heavy snow to color the early morning hours.

Today, Nashville anticipates temperatures struggling to a high of just 27.1°F. As the day unfolds, the wind will not relent, peaking at 11.4 mph. The skies will be generous, dropping approximately 0.58 inches of precipitation. Residents should prepare for significant snow accumulation—anticipating heavy snowfall, especially to the north of Interstate 40, where the storm will layer the landscape with 3 to 6 inches of a snowy blanket by evening.

Tonight’s descent will see a slight easing, with lows hovering around 25.2°F and winds calming to a gentler 7.9 mph. Despite this lull, moderate snow continues to fall, mantling Nashville in a wintry embrace, though slightly less intense than the daytime’s flurries.

This severe storm promises more than just a picturesque winter scene. Expected are power outages and potential tree damage, as ice builds up between two tenths and one half of an inch. Travel may transform into a perilous endeavor, nearing impossibility in areas hardest hit by the ice.

As the city nestles under the watchful eyes of this winter ordeal, residents are advised to stay informed and prepare for conditions that might alter the rhythms of their weekend significantly.