When will the polar vortex hit Tennessee?

The polar vortex is expected to bring frigid temperatures to Tennessee this coming weekend, December 13-14.

How cold will it get in Tennessee?

Temperatures are predicted to drop into the upper teens to low 20s, with wind chills making it feel even colder.

What is a polar vortex?

A polar vortex is a large area of low pressure and cold air around Earth's poles that can expand southward, sending frigid air along the jet stream.

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Tennessee Braces for Arctic Deep Freeze This Weekend

8 Dec

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Summary

Polar vortex brings Arctic air, causing temperatures to plummet.
Wind chill factors could make it feel 5-10 degrees colder.
A chance of frost or freeze is expected as far south as central Florida.

Tennessee Braces for Arctic Deep Freeze This Weekend

Frigid weather is sweeping across the Eastern United States, with Tennessee in the direct path of a powerful polar vortex. This influx of Arctic air is expected to bring temperatures down significantly, with lows potentially reaching the upper teens to low 20s over the weekend. The National Weather Service warns that wind chill could make conditions feel even more severe, dropping the perceived temperature by an additional five to ten degrees.

This current cold snap represents the second of three anticipated rounds of intense cold impacting the Midwest and the East. Meteorologists predict that these cold air masses will continue through mid-December. There is also a possibility of frost or freeze conditions extending as far south as central Florida during this period, impacting a wide geographic area.

For Eastern Tennessee specifically, AccuWeather forecasts a chance of ice or a wintry mix around December 13-14. Nashville is anticipated to experience the coldest temperatures of the weekend as the polar vortex reaches its peak effect. Residents are advised to stay informed about weather watches and warnings as this significant cold front moves through.