LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The first hints of winter moisture hang in the cool, gray air this morning as clouds build and temperatures hover near freezing. Drivers across Jefferson and Oldham Counties are urged to watch for patchy frost and damp road surfaces, especially along I-65 and I-64 through the early commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Louisville, mostly cloudy skies will dominate today with highs near the upper 30s to low 40s. Conditions stay quiet until late Saturday, when a cold front moves through central Kentucky, introducing a mix of rain and freezing rain overnight. A light glaze could develop north and east of the city, particularly in shaded and elevated areas.
Sunday brings widespread light rain through midday, tapering to a chance of flurries as colder air filters in from the northwest. Temperatures will fall back toward freezing late in the day, creating a brief window for slick bridges or untreated roads. By Monday, skies clear but the air turns brisk again, with highs in the lower 30s and a biting north wind.
Residents should stay alert for quick temperature drops and potential “flash freeze” conditions Sunday evening. Keep salt or sand handy for driveways, and plan extra time if traveling along major interstates through midday Sunday.
Looking further ahead, long-range models continue to hint at another cold push and possible wintry mix across the Ohio Valley between December 11 and 17 — a developing setup that could influence early holiday travel.
Seeing early signs of freezing rain in your area? Share your weather updates with local media or emergency management.
Five-Day Forecast for Louisville, KY:
Fri: 36/27 – Partly sunny; chilly air lingers through evening.
Sat: 40/29 – Mostly cloudy; freezing rain possible late.
Sun: 41/22 – Rain early; brief rain/snow mix late, slick spots possible.
Mon: 32/22 – Mostly sunny; brisk and cold.
Tue: 42/34 – Sunny; gradual warming trend.
