Jackson, KY — Residents in Eastern Kentucky should prepare for a hot and sunny weekend as high pressure continues to dominate the region. Starting Friday, the area will experience clear skies with temperatures reaching between 82°F and 86°F. Morning fog may linger but will clear by midday, making for a bright and warm day.
Saturday brings similar conditions, with morning fog followed by plenty of sunshine. Temperatures are expected to climb higher, ranging from 84°F to 90°F. As the high pressure remains, the heat will intensify through the weekend, particularly on Sunday when highs are forecasted to soar between 87°F and 94°F.
The warm trend continues into Monday, with clear skies and high temperatures pushing close to 95°F. The evenings will remain mild, with lows hovering in the upper 50s to mid-60s. While the weekend will be mostly dry, forecasters are monitoring a disturbance that could bring an isolated shower or storm on Tuesday afternoon. The chances are currently low, but the heat and humidity will peak with highs possibly reaching the upper 90s.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, KY, residents should remain cautious of patchy dense fog in the mornings and stay hydrated as temperatures climb. The mugginess will increase, especially by Tuesday, when the region could see the first signs of precipitation in several days.
With the heat building, it is advisable to take necessary precautions, such as avoiding outdoor activities during peak heat and ensuring pets and vulnerable individuals stay cool. The weather pattern suggests no significant changes until midweek, when the isolated storms might provide slight relief from the scorching temperatures.
