Jackson, KY – A sharp cold front will bring significant weather changes to eastern Kentucky today, with rain showers and cooler temperatures forecasted. Residents can expect mild and breezy conditions ahead of the front, with temperatures reaching between 77 and 82 degrees. Rain is likely to develop later in the day, especially north of the Mountain Parkway, where there is a 10-40% chance of showers.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, KY, the cold front is expected to settle in by tonight, leading to cooler conditions over the weekend. On Saturday, shower chances will peak at 30-60%, particularly in the early morning hours, with temperatures dropping to a high of 67 degrees. Those traveling along major routes like the Mountain Parkway and I-64 should be prepared for wet roads and possible delays.
By Sunday, the skies will clear, and temperatures will drop even further, with highs reaching 61-68 degrees. The cooler trend will persist into Monday and Tuesday, with mostly sunny conditions and temperatures hovering between 70-78 degrees. Dry high pressure will dominate early next week, making for pleasant fall weather.
