Nashville’s rain story: Downpours lately but a yearlong drought is in the record books

Nashville has experienced its driest 12-month period since 1987-1988, with 36.72 inches of rainfall compared to a normal 50.51 inches. Recent heavy rain has provided temporary relief but has not resolved the long-term deficit, which has led to eight consecutive months of below-normal rainfall and visible impacts on soil, vegetation, and water levels.