A Severe Winter Storm Warning is in effect for much of Middle Tennessee, lasting until 6 PM CST Sunday. This serious alert predicts a challenging mix of heavy snow and ice across the region, affecting travel and possibly causing power outages.

In the pre-dawn quiet of Nashville, the current conditions feature a biting cold at 18.1°F. A crisp wind moves through the streets at 10.7 mph, rustling the bare branches under a mainly clear sky. The city rests silently, the pavement dry for now, with no precipitation falling at this hour.

Today’s forecast warns of a dramatic change. Temperatures will hover at a high of merely 27.1°F, barely softening the chill of the nighttime low at 16.9°F. Winds will persist, slightly strengthening to 11.4 mph. As the light stretches over Nashville, an imposing 90% chance of precipitation promises a transition from clear, cold air to a cloak of heavy snowfall expected to accumulate up to 0.58 inches.

Tonight, another surge of moderate snowfall is anticipated as temperatures dip slightly to a low of 25.2°F. The winds will taper to 7.9 mph, but the continuous snow will layer the city in white, keeping the 90% chance of precipitation promise.

Travelers and residents alike should brace for significant impacts. The forecasted mixture of snow, sleet, and ice will not only coat the landscapes but also pose risks of tree damage and power disruptions. Roads may become impassable, casting a spell of standstill over what might otherwise be a bustling winter weekend. These are hours to watch closely and respond cautiously, heeding the call to stay indoors and prepare for the wintry force of nature’s elements at their more severe.