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8/16/26: Severe Extreme Heat Warning Issued; Dangerously Hot Conditions with 99 High, Clear Skies, and Slight Rain Toni…

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Heat Advisory

* WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111.

* WHERE…A portion of Middle Tennessee.

* WHEN…For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 7 PM CDT this evening. For the Heat Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 7 PM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS…Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

From 2026-08-17T00:00:00+00:00 · until 2026-08-18T00:00:00+00:00 · Source: NWS Nashville TN
Extreme Heat Warning

* WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111.

* WHERE…A portion of Middle Tennessee.

* WHEN…For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 7 PM CDT this evening. For the Heat Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 7 PM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS…Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

From 2026-08-16T15:19:00+00:00 · until 2026-08-17T00:00:00+00:00 · Source: NWS Nashville TN

Severe Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Robertson County until 7 PM CDT this evening. Conditions are dangerously hot, with heat index values expected to reach up to 111°F.

As of 2:53 PM, the temperature is 98.2°F with a light wind from the southeast at 4.3 mph. There has been no precipitation recorded today, and the sky remains clear. The high temperature is projected to reach 99°F, with a low of 73.9°F expected overnight.

Looking ahead to tonight, temperatures will drop to a low of 83.3°F, with light winds up to 6.8 mph. There is a slight chance of rain with a precipitation total of 0.07 in expected, though the chance remains low at 1%.

In addition to the Severe Extreme Heat Warning, a Minor Heat Advisory is also set to take effect at 7 PM tonight and continue through 7 PM CDT Monday, as heat-related illnesses are a concern during this extreme heat event. Please take precautions to stay safe and hydrated.

Today's Details

High
99°F
Low
74°F
Wind
9 mph
Humidity
37%
UV Index
7.5 (High)
Precip
1% chance · 0.07 in
Now
98°F · feels 105°F
Sunrise
6:06am
Sunset
7:37pm

7-Day Forecast

Day High Low Conditions
Sunday 99°F 74°F Rain: slight
Monday 93°F 78°F Overcast
Tuesday 87°F 69°F Overcast
Wednesday 90°F 67°F Drizzle: light
Thursday 91°F 71°F Rain showers: slight
Friday 84°F 69°F Rain showers: slight
Saturday 87°F 67°F Drizzle: moderate

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