Wednesday is starting on the cool and mostly cloudy side in Knoxville, with readings settled in the mid‑50s across the valley. By this afternoon, though, the sun should punch through, pushing highs into the mid‑70s and delivering a day that feels a lot more like spring than early March. Southwest breezes will stiffen at times, with gusts up to 20 mph in exposed spots, so some evening commuters may notice a bit of a push from the wind. Tonight, temperatures ease back into the mid‑50s.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Winds stay light through the morning before ramping up later today, with southwest gusts around 15-20 mph. The breeze gets more serious late in the week. Thursday could bring gusts up to 25 mph in valley locations, and Friday into Saturday carries…..