Kentucky roads are waking up cold and quiet, with a sharp February chill clinging to sidewalks and bridge decks. At mid-morning, temperatures sit at 27 degrees at Bowman Field, and untreated surfaces remain slick in spots across Louisville and southern Indiana.
The National Weather Service in Louisville warns that below-freezing temperatures may lead to refreezing and icy patches on untreated roads. Drivers along I-64, I-65, and I-71 should use caution, especially on ramps and overpasses. Even where pavement looks dry, thin glaze can linger in shaded areas. This is classic flash-freeze season.
Clouds increase through the day, pushing highs to 47 degrees. That thaw will help melt leftover ice, but standing water could set the stage for slick spots again tonight as lows dip to 28 degrees.
Sunshine returns Friday with a high near 52. Roads improve, and travel conditions look quiet heading into Valentine’s Weekend. Clouds build again Friday night.
Saturday stays mostly cloudy with a high near 55 and only a slight chance of showers during the day. Rain becomes likely Saturday night, with a 70% chance and new rainfall between a quarter and half inch possible. Sunday remains wet, with showers likely and highs near 51.
Plan extra travel time if heading out Saturday evening or Sunday afternoon. Wet pavement and reduced visibility may slow traffic downtown and across the Ohio River bridges.
Early next week trends milder. Highs climb into the upper 50s and low 60s. The 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across Kentucky and Indiana, signaling early spring vibes by midweek.
Five Day Outlook for Louisville, Kentucky:
Today: Increasing clouds, high 47.
Friday: Sunny, high 52.
Saturday (Valentine’s Day Feb. 14): Mostly cloudy, high 55.
Sunday: Showers likely, high 51.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 57.
