Jackson, Ky. – Thunderstorms will move across eastern Kentucky Saturday morning, bringing downpours and patchy fog before skies begin to clear. The heaviest rain is expected through mid-afternoon, with conditions improving by tonight.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, scattered storms could develop as early as 9 a.m., with rain chances peaking near midday. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter inch are possible, though heavier pockets could occur with thunderstorms. Patchy fog may also reduce visibility for drivers along the Mountain Parkway and I-75 corridor early in the day.
Communities including Hazard, Pikeville, Morehead, and London could see brief heavy showers before drier air settles in. By Saturday evening, skies are expected to turn partly cloudy, followed by clearing overnight. Drivers are urged to slow down in low-visibility areas and avoid flooded back roads.
Sunday will bring a noticeable shift, with sunshine and highs in the mid-70s. That trend continues into early next week as temperatures gradually climb, reaching the low 80s by Tuesday. No hazardous weather is expected beyond Saturday, though the National Weather Service will monitor for any changes.
Five Day Forecast for Jackson, KY
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 75°
- Monday: Sunny, high near 76°
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 82°
- Wednesday: Mostly clear, high near 83°
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 84°
