Kentucky is warming quickly under bright skies, but changes are already lining up as clouds and storm chances build into the day. The air feels mild and slightly humid, a clear signal that spring storms are not far behind.
According to the National Weather Service, Louisville will reach near 84°F with southwest winds between 7 and 17 mph, gusting up to 29 mph. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms develops by midday into the afternoon, with better storm chances arriving later in the day and into the evening hours.
Across Louisville, drivers along I-64, I-65, and I-71 should stay alert for quick changes in road conditions. Dry pavement may turn slick fast once rain begins. In Jeffersonville and New Albany across the Ohio River, brief downpours and lightning could disrupt late-day travel and outdoor plans. Keep devices charged and secure loose outdoor items before storms develop.
Storm chances increase into midweek. By Wednesday, scattered showers and storms develop by late morning and continue into the afternoon. Rain coverage grows into Thursday night, when storms become more widespread and persistent.
By Friday and Saturday, repeated rounds of showers and thunderstorms continue, raising the risk for localized ponding in low-lying areas. Temperatures remain warm through the stretch before cooling slightly into the weekend.
Looking ahead, early April brings continued active spring weather, with more systems lining up and temperatures trending above normal late next week.
Five Day Outlook for Louisville, Kentucky
Wednesday: 40% storm chance, high near 83°F
Thursday: 30% storm chance, high near 84°F
Friday: Showers likely, high near 80°F
Saturday: 60% storm chance, high near 80°F
Sunday: Showers likely, high near 58°F
