NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Snow showers are expected throughout the day on Friday, and with a very cold air mass in place, those flakes won't have a hard time sticking.
Timing for this Storm 5 Alert is from Friday daybreak through the late evening. Snow showers are set to intensify throughout Friday morning, continuing throughout the day and tapering off by Saturday morning.
The heaviest snow is expected from mid-morning through the late afternoon hours, which will lead to hazardous driving conditions, especially during the evening commute.
The very cold airmass currently in place means snow will accumulate quickly.
The current forecast is for three to six inches of total snowfall.
On Sunday afternoon, temperatures will briefly climb above freezing, but don't expect significant melting. Any snow or ice that does melt during the day will quickly transition into black ice once temperatures fall again in the evening.
This poses a major hazard for travel, as icy conditions will persist. As we move into the start of the work week, temperatures will remain below freezing every morning, leading to refreezing and ongoing messy conditions.
Drivers and pedestrians should exercise caution as slick spots will remain a concern, particularly during early morning hours.
