Kentucky wakes up to crisp air and bright sunshine stretching over the Ohio River Valley. Pavement is dry, skies are clear, and temperatures are climbing through the 30s after a chilly 27°F start in Paducah. By afternoon, highs reach near 54°F under mostly sunny skies. Light east winds keep it calm. It feels like a brief February thaw.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, dry air holds today and Friday before a stronger system lifts in from the Plains. Highs push near 59°F Friday with sunshine, then clouds thicken Friday night as moisture increases ahead of a weekend rainmaker.
By Saturday afternoon, rain becomes likely with highs near 56°F. Showers grow steadier into the evening, and rain chances rise to 90% Saturday night. Wet pavement and ponding could slow travel on I-24 and U.S. 60. Plan extra time if heading out for Valentine’s Day dinners. Keep umbrellas ready.
Sunday stays unsettled. Rain remains likely before noon, then tapers to scattered showers. Highs hold in the mid-50s. While temperatures stay above freezing, remember this is prime flash-freeze season. If skies clear at night and temperatures dip near 40°F, leftover moisture can refreeze on bridges.
Sunshine returns by Washington’s Birthday with highs near 62°F. Midweek temperatures surge into the upper 60s, signaling early spring vibes across western Kentucky. Long-range trends show above-normal warmth dominating much of the central U.S. through late next week.
Traveling this weekend? Watch for slick spots and reduced visibility in heavier rain.
Five Day Outlook for Paducah, Kentucky:
Today: Mostly sunny, high 54°F
Friday: Sunny, high 59°F
Saturday: Rain likely, high 56°F
Sunday: Rain likely early, high 56°F
Monday: Sunny, high 62°F
