Multiple cities across the United States, including Nashville, will remain under a heat dome throughLabor Dayweekend, bringing dangerously high temperatures and oppressive humidity to large portions of the country.
According to AccuWeather, a late-summer heat wave is expected to intensify during the second half of the week and continue into next week. Forecasters predict widespread high temperatures in the upper 90s to low 100s, approximately 8 to 15 degrees above historical averages.
The National Weather Service Office in Nashville has issued a heat advisory for much of Middle Tennesseefrom 11 a.m. Sept. 2 to 8 p.m. Sept. 4.
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"Sunshine and high humidity across most areas will push AccuWeather RealFeel
Temperatures 5-15 degrees above actual temperatures, adding to the uncomfortable and dangerous conditions," reported AccuWeather.
"If you can't find a pool or a cool lake to hang out at, staying hydrated, limiting physical activity and seeking air conditioning is recommended."
Around the heat dome, a band of showers and thunderstorms is expected to develop, impacting much of the western U.S., the northern Plains, parts of the Midwest and large areas of the Southeast.
Here's what to know in Nashville.
What will weather be like in Nashville during Labor Day?
Labor Day is expected to be largely rain-free in Nashville.
While the weather service forecasts a slight 20% chance of showers, conditions are expected to remain mostly dry. The bigger concern will be the heat, with afternoon temperatures climbing into the upper 90s.
When is Labor Day?
Labor Day is observed annually on the first Monday in September. In 2026, the holiday falls on Sept. 7.
Diana Leyva covers trending news and service journalism for The Tennessean. Contact her at Dleyva@gannett.com.
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