Jackson, KY – A flood warning remains in effect through 10 a.m. Saturday for Jackson and surrounding counties as dense fog and saturated soil raise safety concerns along low-lying roads, including stretches of KY-15.
According to the National Weather Service, visibility may dip below 6 miles early this morning, with flood-prone zones still at risk due to recent rainfall. Drivers should use extreme caution on local routes, especially near rivers, streams, and low-water crossings.
By midday, skies will clear with a warm high of 82°F and gusts reaching 30 mph, offering a brief summer preview. Sunday brings more sunshine and highs near 80°F, though patchy fog may return early. Winds will calm by afternoon, making for a pleasant end to the weekend.
Storm chances ramp up Monday afternoon with scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms possible after 2 p.m. Rain and lightning risks continue through Monday night into Tuesday, when multiple rounds of thunderstorms may affect the region. Rainfall amounts could exceed half an inch, and brief localized flooding is possible.
Residents should prepare for slick commutes and keep weather radios charged through midweek. Outdoor plans Monday and Tuesday may need to be adjusted as confidence grows in a widespread rain event.
Five-Day Forecast for Jackson, KY:
- Sunday: Sunny after morning fog, high near 80°F
- Monday: Showers and storms likely after 2 p.m., high near 78°F
- Tuesday: Thunderstorms likely, high of 79°F
- Wednesday: Showers and possible storms, high near 72°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny, 30% chance of rain, high around 70°F
