Jackson, KY – A prolonged period of unsettled weather will keep eastern Kentucky under the threat of thunderstorms for several more days, potentially disrupting travel and outdoor plans for the Juneteenth holiday this week.
According to the National Weather service in Jackson, the region, including Breathitt, Perry, and Knott counties, will see significant chances for rain through Thursday night. This follows a Flood Watch issued for the area on Tuesday due to the potential for excessive rainfall. Residents should remain alert for possible localized flooding, especially in low-lying and poor-drainage areas. Motorists are advised to never attempt to cross a water-covered road.
The highest likelihood of storms on Wednesday will arrive after 2 p.m., with a 70% chance of precipitation and a high near 86 degrees. The threat increases on Thursday, Juneteenth, with an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms throughout the day and a high of 81°F. This wet pattern could impact any holiday gatherings planned outdoors.
A welcome change arrives just in time for the weekend. The storm system is expected to move out of the area by Friday morning, giving way to mostly sunny skies and a sharp rise in temperatures. After a high near 87°F on Friday, the heat will build through the weekend, reaching into the low 90s on Saturday and pushing to a hot 94°F by Sunday under clear, sunny skies.
The heat is expected to continue into early next week. Here is the five-day outlook for Jackson:
- Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 2 p.m. High near 86°F.
- Thursday (Juneteenth): Showers and thunderstorms likely. High near 81°F.
- Friday: Patchy morning fog, then mostly sunny. High near 87°F.
- Saturday: Sunny and pleasant. High near 91°F.
- Sunday: Sunny and hot. High near 94°F.
