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Monday August 17, 2026: Scattered Evening Storms, A Little Heat Relief Tomorrow

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Scattered Evening Storms then a Little Cooler Tuesday

Forecast:
Tonight: Decreasing Clouds | Low: 68 | NNW 5-10
Tuesday: Near Seasonal Temps & Sunny | High: 91 | NNW 5-10

In Depth:

We aren't out of the woods just yet when it comes to the dangerous heat. A Heat Advisory remains in effect for the entire Mid-State through 7 p.m. as heat index values, or "feels like" temperatures, climb to around 105 degrees.

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A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for our Plateau counties until 9pm. An isolated storm with gusty winds, small hail, and heavy downpours is possible. Activity will come to an end shortly after sunset.

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Behind the cold front responsible for this evening's storms, a less oppressive air mass will settle across Middle Tennessee. High temperatures will return closer to seasonal averages, reaching the lower 90s for much of the week, along with slightly lower humidity levels.

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