Friday, January 18, 2019 12:20 pm

A storm system will bring numerous showers and a few thunderstorms to Middle Tennessee today. Rainfall amounts of 1.5 to 2 inches are likely with localized higher amounts possible. Minor flooding of small creeks, streams, low lying areas and other flood prone locations may occur. Additionally...isolated strong storms are possible across the south.

An Arctic cold front will then bring much colder temperatures to the area early tonight, changing rain to a snow and or a wintry mix, ending Sunday morning. Snow accumulations remain uncertain, but the potential exists for a dusting south up to 1 inch or more north of I-40. Locations in the northwest could see up to 2 inches of snow if a heavier snow band expected across western KY drifts farther south. Minor ice accumulation is also possible.

Travel difficulties may occur on area roadways, bridges, and overpasses late tonight and early Sunday as temperatures fall below freezing.

Stay up to date with the latest forecasts regarding the potential for heavy rain and winter weather as the weekend progresses.