Tornado Watch Issued for Clarksville-Montgomery County

Residents urged to remain weather aware overnight as storms approach

Mar. 16, 2026 at 2:18am

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The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for Clarksville, Tennessee and Montgomery County until 3:00am CT on Monday. Forecasters warn that storms capable of producing damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes could develop across the area overnight.

Why it matters

Tornado watches are issued when atmospheric conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes and severe thunderstorms, though tornadoes may not occur in every location. Residents in the affected area should remain vigilant and prepared to seek shelter if a tornado warning is issued.

The details

The Tornado Watch includes Montgomery County and nearby counties such as Stewart, Robertson, Houston, Humphreys, Dickson, Cheatham, and Davidson. Emergency officials are encouraging residents to stay alert for rapidly changing weather conditions, monitor local forecasts, and have multiple ways to receive weather warnings.

  • The Tornado Watch is in effect until 3:00am CT on Monday, March 16, 2026.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for issuing weather watches, warnings, and forecasts.

Storm Prediction Center

A division of the National Weather Service that specializes in forecasting severe weather threats.

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What’s next

Weather officials will continue to monitor storm development across Middle Tennessee through the early morning hours.

The takeaway

Residents in the affected area should remain vigilant, monitor local forecasts, and be prepared to seek shelter if a tornado warning is issued.