Knoxville is waking up to a cold, gray start Friday, February 6, 2026, with temperatures hovering right at freezing around 32°F. Leftover moisture from last night’s chill means slick spots are still lurking, especially on untreated secondary roads, bridges and overpasses during the morning commute. Rain moves in later today, with highs near 48 and a raw west wind on tap.
Afternoon Rain And Gusty Winds
The best shot at rain arrives early this afternoon, mainly between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Friday, with roughly a 30% chance of brief showers and a high near 48. Expect west winds 50 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph this afternoon, which could make already wet roads feel even slicker. According to NWS Morristown, valley locations will see the best chance for…..