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Kentucky Weather Alert: Jackson, KY Snow Friday, Nov 11-15
JACKSON, Ky. — Warm November sunshine could give way to wet mountain roads, scattered snowflakes and freezing temperatures across eastern Kentucky. Jackson could swing from 68 degrees Wednesday to jus
By Nolan Pierce · 2026-11-11T11:04:17.710Z
JACKSON, Ky. — Warm November sunshine could give way to wet mountain roads, scattered snowflakes and freezing temperatures across eastern Kentucky. Jackson could swing from 68 degrees Wednesday to just 25 degrees by Sunday morning, a striking 43 degree contrast.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, rain chances increase Wednesday evening before colder air brings possible rain and snow showers Friday.
The Weather Prediction Center reports that an unusually strong surge of polar air will spread across the eastern United States late this week.
Wednesday Warmth Gives Way to 80% Rain Chances Jackson and surrounding Breathitt County could reach 68 degrees Wednesday, offering residents a relatively warm November afternoon.
Patchy fog was possible earlier in the morning before sunshine returned.
Clouds increase Wednesday evening as showers approach eastern Kentucky.
Rain chances reach 80%, with showers expected mainly before 2 a.m. Thursday.
Additional rainfall amounts between one tenth and one quarter inch are possible.
Drivers traveling Kentucky Highway 15 and nearby mountain roads should prepare for wet pavement and reduced visibility during steadier showers.
Temperatures fall toward 46 degrees by Thursday morning.
Thursday Brings a 13 Degree Temperature Drop Thursday's high reaches approximately 55 degrees, about 13 degrees colder than Wednesday.
A 50% chance of showers develops mainly after 2 p.m.
Northwest winds increase to around 5 mph as colder air moves into the region.
Thursday evening brings a 40% precipitation chance, with rain potentially mixing with snow as temperatures fall toward 35 degrees.
Friday: Snowflakes Possible Before a Freezing Weekend Friday brings a noticeable November chill, with highs reaching only 44 degrees.
A 40% chance of precipitation includes rain and snow showers before 1 p.m.
Additional rain showers remain possible during the afternoon, followed by another chance of mixed precipitation after 4 p.m.
Snow shower chances decrease to 10% Friday evening.
Although snowflakes are possible, the supplied forecast does not indicate measurable accumulation.
Temperatures fall toward 29 degrees by Saturday morning.
Saturday brings mostly sunny skies and highs near 45 degrees.
The coldest conditions arrive Sunday morning, when temperatures could fall to 25 degrees.
These readings could damage sensitive vegetation and create isolated slick spots where moisture remains.
Residents should protect exposed plumbing, disconnect garden hoses and monitor road conditions before early morning travel.
Jackson Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 11 15 Wednesday, Nov. 11: High 68°. Sunny, with evening showers and an 80% rain chance. Low 46°. Thursday, Nov. 12: High 55°. Afternoon showers, 50% chance. Evening rain snow mix possible, 40%. Low 35°. Friday, Nov. 13: High 44°. Rain and snow showers possible, 40% chance. Low 29°. Saturday, Nov. 14: High 45°. Mostly sunny. Low 25°. Sunday, Nov. 15: High 50°. Sunny. Low 26°. Looking ahead, Monday reaches approximately 51 degrees, while Tuesday could climb to 55 degrees.
For now, eastern Kentucky residents should prepare for a wet transition, possible Friday snowflakes and several freezing mornings.
Are you ready for temperatures near 25 degrees, or are you hoping eastern Kentucky gets another stretch of warmer November weather before Thanksgiving?