Temperatures near 90 degrees will continue across the region, with only isolated storms offering relief
GATLINBURG, Tenn. (Smokies.LIVE Storm Center) — The heat is not done with East Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains just yet.
Temperatures will remain well above normal through the weekend and into early next week, with highs generally near 90 degrees across the Smokies and lower 90s around Knoxville.
For perspective, the normal high this time of year is about 82 degrees in Knoxville and 77 degrees in Gatlinburg. In North Carolina the average high this time of year is 77 in Bryson City.
While a few showers and thunderstorms could develop, especially in the mountains, most areas will remain dry. Any rain that develops will likely be scattered and could provide only brief relief from the heat.
🌡️ The big picture
- Knoxville: Highs around 92-93 degrees Saturday through Monday.
- Gatlinburg: Highs around 89-90 degrees through Monday.
- Bryson City: Highs near 89-92 degrees through Monday.
- Normal Knoxville high: 82 degrees
- Normal Gatlinburg high: 77 degrees
- 🌦️ Rain chances: Higher in the mountains, particularly Saturday through Monday.
- ☀️ Most areas: Expect plenty of sunshine with hot afternoons.
Knoxville forecast
Saturday
- ☀️ Sunny and hot
- 🌡️ High: 93
- ⛈️ 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m.
- 🌙 Low: 70
Sunday
- ☀️ Mostly sunny and hot
- 🌡️ High: 92
- ⛈️ 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m.
- 🌙 Low: 69
Monday
- 🌤️ Partly sunny and hot
- 🌡️ High: 92
- ⛈️ 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m.
Gatlinburg forecast
Friday
- ☀️ Sunny and hot
- 🌡️ High: 90
- 🌡️ Heat index up to 95
- ⛈️ 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m.
Saturday
- ☀️ Mostly sunny and hot
- 🌡️ High: 90
- ⛈️ 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms
- 🌙 Low: 66
Sunday
- ☀️ Mostly sunny
- 🌡️ High: 89
- ⛈️ 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms
- 🌙 Low: 66
Monday
- 🌤️ Mostly sunny
- 🌡️ High: 89
- ⛈️ 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m.
Bryson City forecast
Friday
- ☀️ Mostly sunny
- 🌡️ High: 92
- ⛈️ 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms
Saturday
- 🌤️ Partly sunny
- 🌡️ High: 90
- ⛈️ 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms
Sunday
- ☁️ Mostly cloudy
- 🌡️ High: 89
- ⛈️ 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms
Monday
- ⛈️ Showers and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly after 2 p.m.
- 🌡️ High: 90
- 🌧️ 80% chance of precipitation
💧 Heat safety reminder
Even though summer is winding down, the heat can still take a toll — especially for anyone spending several hours outside.
If you’re heading into the Smokies this weekend:
- 💧 Drink plenty of water before you feel thirsty.
- 🥤 Consider electrolytes if you’re sweating heavily or spending extended time outdoors.
- 🧢 Wear lightweight, breathable clothing and a hat.
- 🌳 Take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning.
- 🚗 Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle.
- ⛰️ Remember that hiking in the mountains is still strenuous in hot weather.
- ⛈️ If a thunderstorm develops, move indoors or into a vehicle and wait until the storm passes.
The calendar may be approaching fall, but the weather hasn’t gotten the message yet.
The Smokies.LIVE Storm Center will continue watching the heat and those afternoon mountain storms. Keep Smokies.LIVE Radar handy if you’re making outdoor plans this weekend.
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