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8/17/26: Minor Heat Advisory – Clear Skies and Highs Near 96; Heat Index Could Reach 105 This Afternoon

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Heat Advisory

* WHAT…Heat index values of 105 degrees or greater

* WHERE…A portion of Middle Tennessee.

* WHEN…Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

From 2026-08-17T10:31:00+00:00 · until 2026-08-18T00:00:00+00:00 · Source: NWS Nashville TN

A Minor Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Sumner County until 7 PM CDT this evening.

At 1:51 PM, the temperature is 95.5°F with a wind speed of 11.6 mph. Conditions are mainly clear, and there has been no recorded precipitation today. The high for the day is expected to reach 95.9°F with a low of 78.1°F.

For tonight, temperatures are projected to drop to around 80.6°F under clear skies. Winds will remain steady, with speeds up to 11.1 mph. There is no chance of precipitation overnight.

The Minor Heat Advisory warns that heat index values could reach 105 degrees or greater due to hot temperatures combined with high humidity, which may pose a risk of heat-related illnesses. Residents are advised to take precautions during this heat.

Today's Details

High
96°F
Low
78°F
Wind
13 mph
Humidity
46%
UV Index
7.5 (High)
Precip
8% chance · 0 in
Now
96°F · feels 101°F
Sunrise
6:06am
Sunset
7:34pm

7-Day Forecast

Day High Low Conditions
Monday 96°F 78°F Overcast
Tuesday 92°F 71°F Overcast
Wednesday 95°F 69°F Rain showers: slight
Thursday 87°F 74°F Rain showers: moderate
Friday 90°F 71°F Overcast
Saturday 91°F 73°F Clear sky
Sunday 94°F 71°F Overcast

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