Jackson, KY – Afternoon drivers along Highway 15 should watch for isolated thunderstorms Friday as spotty storms return to eastern Kentucky. According to the National Weather Service, the primary risk arrives this afternoon, especially southwest of the Highway 15 corridor, and could briefly impact travel with downpours or reduced visibility.
Most of the area will remain dry, but those south and west of Jackson may see pop-up showers through sunset. Patchy fog is also expected early Saturday and Sunday mornings. Looking ahead, scattered thunderstorms are possible each afternoon and evening through Thursday, with the exception of a likely dry Sunday.
Commuters and anyone with outdoor plans should monitor skies for darkening clouds, especially after 2 p.m. each day. While severe weather is not expected, locally heavy rain and brief gusty winds can’t be ruled out. If thunder roars, head indoors until storms pass. Spotter activation is not expected, but residents are encouraged to keep weather apps handy for fast-changing updates.
This pattern of daily storm chances could linger through the middle of next week, so stay weather-aware and plan activities around afternoon windows. More advisories are possible as the week unfolds.
Five Day Jackson, KY Outlook:
- Saturday: Patchy fog before 9 a.m., mostly sunny, high near 88°F, low 67°F
- Sunday: Patchy fog, mostly clear and warm, high 89°F, low 69°F
- Monday: 20% chance of afternoon storms, patchy fog early, high 90°F, low 69°F
- Tuesday: 30% chance of showers and storms after 2 p.m., high 89°F, low 69°F
- Wednesday: 30% chance of storms, patchy fog early, mostly sunny, high 88°F, low 69°F
