Paducah, Kentucky – Cooler-than-average air is holding steady across western Kentucky as the week begins, but umbrellas will be needed for scattered afternoon storms from Monday through Wednesday. Drivers and residents in the Kentucky Pennyrile should especially watch for brief downpours and lightning late Monday, with rain chances running as high as 40% for the start of the week.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, Monday and Tuesday will bring the broadest thunderstorm coverage, mainly during afternoon and evening hours. While storms could reach as far west as the Mississippi River, the highest likelihood sits east of the river, especially in the Pennyrile region. Temperatures will stay in the low to mid-80s, with muggy lows in the upper 60s each night.
By Wednesday, rain chances lower a bit but isolated storms remain possible in central and eastern counties. Gradually, Kentucky will transition back to more typical humidity and warmth for August by late week. Officials urge residents to be prepared for quick changes in weather, avoid flooded roads, and secure outdoor plans during stormy afternoons.
Thunderstorm chances remain highest through midweek, with updates possible if new watches or warnings are issued.
Five Day Forecast for Paducah, Kentucky:
- Monday: Scattered afternoon showers/storms, high low 80s, low upper 60s
- Tuesday: Scattered PM storms, high mid 80s, low mid-upper 60s
- Wednesday: Isolated PM showers/storms, high mid-upper 80s, low mid-upper 60s
- Thursday: Partly cloudy, warmer, high near 90, low upper 60s
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high low 90s, low upper 60s
