The upcoming week brings a warming trend, thanks to plenty of sunshine and the upper-level pattern. Surface high pressure will keep conditions dry through Christmas Eve, providing a pleasant and precipitation-free lead-up to the holiday. On Christmas Day, a weak trough will move through the region, introducing low chances of light rain. However, this system…
A change in weather is on the way as rain transitions to snow Friday afternoon, bringing light accumulations to the region. Scattered snow showers are expected to continue through Friday night, with most areas on the plateau and lower elevations of northeast Tennessee seeing a dusting to up to half an inch of snow, primarily…
Disclaimer: This article has been updated to reflect the latest weather advisory information. Key changes include an updated title to emphasize snow and hazardous conditions above 2,500 feet on Friday night. Additionally, new details on snowfall totals, expected wind speeds, and updated precautionary advice for travelers have been included. A Winter Weather Advisory is in…
A fast-moving shortwave trough combined with a clipper low-pressure system is set to impact the Ohio Valley and Central Appalachians on Friday. As the system moves southeast, it will bring a shift to northwest flow behind a cold front, creating conditions favorable for orographic lift. Timing and Duration The weather system will begin affecting the…
The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has issued a Level 1 risk for severe storms on Wednesday, affecting the plateau and valley regions, including the city of Knoxville. Timing and Storm Progression The line of storms is forecasted to enter the region around 3 PM, pushing eastward until approximately 9 PM. This timing means the afternoon…
As Christmas approaches, the question on everyone’s mind is, “Will we see a white Christmas this year?” Current Forecast: Slim Chances for Snow According to the latest data from the GFS and ECMWF weather models, the probability of seeing at least 1 inch of snowfall between December 20th and December 25th is quite low. For…
A shift in weather patterns will bring renewed rain chances to our region this week. Beginning Monday night, a shortwave system will move north and east through the Ohio River Valley, bringing light rainfall to the area. While the latest ensemble models suggest the chance of 12-hour precipitation greater than or equal to 0.25″ is…
The State of Tennessee has released gripping body camera footage showcasing the courageous efforts of wildlife officer Justin Pinkston as he saved a man’s life during the height of the catastrophic flooding brought on by Helene. The dramatic video offers a firsthand view of the perilous conditions faced by Pinkston and his team as they…
Forecast models, including the GFS and Euro, are signaling the potential for a winter weather event late next week, most likely around Thursday. While there is still uncertainty regarding temperatures and the timing of precipitation type changes, we are closely monitoring the situation as it develops. This weather event is expected to follow the passage…
The latest High-Resolution Ensemble Forecast (HREF) probabilities indicate a significant likelihood of strong winds impacting the East Tennessee mountains and foothills. Data suggests an 80% to 100% chance of wind gusts reaching or exceeding 40 mph, meeting Wind Advisory criteria. Portions of the foothills that are particularly prone to mountain wave winds, such as Camp…
