Louisville, KY – Drivers across central Kentucky and southern Indiana should be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions tonight as an arctic front moves through the region, bringing scattered snow showers and the potential for isolated snow squalls.
According to the National Weather Service in Louisville, hit-or-miss snow showers and flurries are expected to develop Friday night, with the most likely window for snow squalls occurring between 9 p.m. and 4 a.m. EST. While widespread heavy snowfall is not expected, brief snow squalls could quickly reduce visibility and lead to slick roads in localized areas.
Forecasters say any snow accumulation should generally remain under half an inch. However, even light snowfall combined with falling temperatures could create hazardous travel conditions. Overnight lows are expected to drop into the 20s, increasing the risk of icy patches on untreated roads, bridges, and overpasses.
The National Weather Service notes that snow squalls, while short-lived, can be especially dangerous due to sudden whiteout conditions and rapid changes in road traction. Motorists traveling late tonight or early Saturday morning are urged to slow down, increase following distance, and be alert for rapidly changing weather.
The highest chances for measurable snowfall appear east of Louisville, including parts of central and eastern Kentucky, while western areas may see more limited impacts. Still, forecasters caution that snow showers could develop quickly and affect areas with little advance warning.
Residents with overnight or early-morning travel plans are encouraged to monitor local forecasts and road conditions. Even brief snow showers could create slick spots during peak overnight travel hours.
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