Kentucky – Rain taps rooftops and damp roads glisten across eastern counties as showers move through the region late this morning. Drivers along the Mountain Parkway and KY-15 may hit brief downpours, with visibility dropping quickly in heavier bursts.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, scattered thunderstorms remain possible through today, bringing lightning and brief heavy rain. A Freeze Warning is in effect into Saturday morning, with temperatures expected to dip as low as 28 degrees across eastern Kentucky .
In communities like Hazard, London, and Morehead, water may collect on low-lying roads through midday. Plan extra travel time and keep headlights on during heavier showers. Conditions begin to improve later today as rain tapers and skies slowly clear.
The bigger concern arrives as colder air settles in. Clear skies and light winds will allow temperatures to drop sharply by early Saturday. Frost will be widespread, especially in valleys and sheltered areas. Cover early spring plants and protect outdoor plumbing before temperatures fall.
The weekend rebounds quickly. Sunshine returns Saturday with highs in the mid-50s, followed by a warmer Sunday near the upper 60s. By Monday, temperatures climb into the low 70s with another chance for showers developing later in the day.
Looking ahead, a stronger warm-up builds into Tuesday with highs pushing into the 80s. That warmth could fuel additional showers and thunderstorms through midweek, keeping conditions active.
Five Day Outlook for Jackson, Kentucky
Saturday: Sunny, high near 55
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 68
Monday: Chance of showers, high near 73
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 82
Wednesday: Showers possible, high near 84
