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8/16/26: Severe Extreme Heat Warning Issued; Dangerously Hot with Today’s High of 101, Clear Skies and Heat Index Up to…

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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 in effect until 7 PM CDT this evening for Cheatham County.

As of 1:44 PM, the temperature in Cheatham County is 99.1°F with a light breeze from the east at 4.3 mph. The skies are clear, and there has been no precipitation recorded today.

The forecast for today indicates a high of 101.1°F and a low of 75.6°F, with wind gusts potentially reaching up to 8.9 mph. Tonight, expect a low of 86.2°F, with winds remaining light at around 8.2 mph. Clear skies are anticipated throughout the night.

The Severe Extreme Heat Warning highlights dangerously hot conditions, with heat index values potentially reaching as high as 111°F. Residents are advised to take precautions against heat-related illnesses. Additionally, a Minor Heat Advisory will be in effect from 7 PM this evening through 7 PM CDT Monday.

Today's Details

High
101°F
Low
76°F
Wind
9 mph
Humidity
38%
UV Index
7.5 (High)
Precip
1% chance · 0 in
Now
99°F · feels 108°F
Sunrise
6:07am
Sunset
7:37pm

7-Day Forecast

Day High Low Conditions
Sunday 101°F 76°F Partly cloudy
Monday 97°F 80°F Overcast
Tuesday 90°F 71°F Overcast
Wednesday 95°F 68°F Drizzle: moderate
Thursday 96°F 70°F Thunderstorm: slight or moderate
Friday 89°F 70°F Thunderstorm: slight or moderate
Saturday 90°F 69°F Drizzle: moderate

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