Jackson, KY – A sharp cold front is set to sweep through eastern Kentucky this weekend, bringing rain, snow, and frigid temperatures. Residents should prepare for rapidly changing conditions, as an arctic air mass will usher in the coldest temperatures of the winter by Monday.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, rain will develop Saturday, transitioning to snow after sunset as temperatures fall into the 20s. Light snow accumulations may create hazardous driving conditions, especially along major routes like Highway 15. Sunday will bring blustery conditions with wind chills dropping below zero and high temperatures struggling to reach 29°F.
The cold snap will intensify Monday, with lows around 5°F and highs barely reaching 16°F. A chance of snow flurries will linger into Tuesday, keeping roads slick and travel difficult. Residents should bundle up and avoid unnecessary travel, as frostbite risk increases in subzero wind chills.
By midweek, conditions will stabilize slightly, but temperatures will remain below seasonal averages, with highs near 20°F on Tuesday. Officials advise checking on neighbors, especially the elderly, and ensuring pets are brought indoors.
Stay tuned to local weather updates and road conditions throughout the weekend.
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