Kentucky Weather is turning active fast, and wet pavement could slow drivers across Paducah by midday as showers and thunderstorms build into western counties. Rain chances climb to 70 percent today, and a few storms may pack gusts near 23 mph. If you commute along I-24 or US 60, expect brief downpours and reduced visibility through midafternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, showers and thunderstorms are likely before 3 p.m., with patchy fog early and highs near 71 degrees. South winds increase to 12–17 mph. The Storm Prediction Center notes a slight risk for severe weather across the lower Ohio Valley, including western Kentucky, with isolated hail and a brief tornado possible.
Temperatures stay mild tonight, falling to 42 degrees with a lingering 20 percent rain chance before skies gradually clear. Friday turns sunny and cooler, with a high near 57. By Friday night, lows dip to 37, and another small rain chance sneaks in after midnight.
The bigger shift arrives this weekend. Saturday reaches 51 degrees with a slight shower chance, then colder air settles in. Sunday stays sunny but brisk, with a high near 43 and northwest gusts up to 22 mph. Sunday night drops to 22 degrees. With melting moisture refreezing, flash freezing could create slick spots on bridges and overpasses early Monday.
Early next week remains cool but dry, then a warming trend builds. Highs approach the upper 40s Tuesday and near 59 by midweek, hinting at early Spring warmth across Kentucky. Traveling this weekend? Watch for changing road conditions and let us know what you’re seeing in your neighborhood.
Five Day Outlook for Paducah, Kentucky
Today: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high 71.
Friday: Sunny, high 57.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 51.
Sunday: Sunny, high 43.
Monday: Sunny, high 39.
