Jackson, Kentucky – Rain will move across much of Kentucky today as a warm front lifts north, setting up several days of unsettled summer weather that could snarl travel and slow outdoor plans through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, a boundary will stall near the Ohio River over the next couple of days, keeping repeated shower and thunderstorm chances in place, especially across northern and eastern Kentucky. Rain chances range from 20% to as high as 80% from south to north today, with higher coverage near and north of the Mountain Parkway.
Drivers along the Mountain Parkway, Interstate 75, and U.S. 23 should watch for slick roads during heavier downpours. Spotty thunderstorms Wednesday and Thursday could produce brief gusty winds and lightning, particularly in counties north of Jackson toward Morehead and Flemingsburg. Localized ponding in low-lying or poor drainage areas is possible where storms track repeatedly.
By Friday, temperatures will surge into the upper 70s and lower 80s across eastern Kentucky, approaching near-record warmth for early March. Humidity will climb as well, adding to the summer-like feel before another round of widespread showers and thunderstorms develops Saturday.
Residents should secure outdoor items, monitor weather alerts, and avoid flooded roadways. Additional advisories could be issued if rainfall becomes more persistent north of the stalled boundary.
Five Day Forecast for Jackson, Kentucky:
Tuesday: Showers likely, especially north; breezy at times. High 72. Low 56.
Wednesday: Showers with a chance of thunderstorms, mainly north. High 74. Low 60.
Thursday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms possible. High 79. Low 61.
Friday: Partly sunny with a chance of storms. High 82. Low 64.
Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High 82. Low 59.
