Middle Tennessee has seen preliminary snowfall totals between 3 to 5 inches, with an official report from the National Weather Service still pending. Nashville’s airport, the official climate recording site for the city, reported 3.9 inches of snow at BNA, breaking the January 10th daily snowfall record of 3.0 inches set in 1895.
A FOX 17 Code Red weather alert remains in effect through Saturday morning as the region transitions to overnight impacts. Wet surfaces are expected to freeze, creating hazardous black ice conditions for early Saturday. Secondary roads, bridges, and overpasses will be particularly treacherous.
Saturday’s high temperatures are not expected to rise much above freezing due to lingering cloud cover, which will limit snow melting. This means icy conditions are likely to persist into Saturday night, with more freezing temperatures creating additional hazards.
Looking ahead, a prolonged cold spell is forecasted for next week, keeping snow and ice on the ground. Sunday will bring some relief, with highs nearing 40 degrees allowing for limited melting. However, overnight temperatures will dip into the teens and 20s, causing re-freezing. Icy conditions on secondary roads may remain a concern into early next week.
Additionally, there is a chance of another brief snow event on Monday, as the region remains locked in this winter weather pattern for the foreseeable future. Residents should continue to exercise caution and prepare for extended impacts from the cold and snow.
