Jackson, Ky. – Drivers across eastern Kentucky faced dense valley fog early Friday, reducing visibility to less than a quarter mile along KY-15 and other rural highways. The National Weather Service warned that low beams and slower speeds are essential during the morning commute, especially in low-lying areas where fog lingers the longest.
According to the NWS in Jackson, calm winds and high humidity will keep fog a daily hazard through early next week. Temperatures will climb quickly after sunrise, with highs pushing into the mid-90s Saturday and Sunday. Heat index values could approach 98 in some locations, raising heat safety concerns for outdoor workers and weekend events.
By Tuesday, a shift in the weather pattern will bring a 30–40% chance of showers and thunderstorms, which may briefly cool the region but also create lightning and localized flooding hazards. Eastern Kentucky residents should monitor conditions closely, especially if planning to travel or host outdoor gatherings midweek.
This weekend’s weather will favor sunny afternoons after morning fog, but the combination of heat and humidity will make hydration and shade breaks critical. Evening conditions will be more comfortable, but patchy fog may return before dawn each day.
Warnings remain possible as storm chances increase late Tuesday through Thursday.
Five-Day Forecast for Jackson, KY
- Saturday: Fog before 9 a.m., then sunny. High near 93°F. Heat index near 98. Low 68°F.
- Sunday: Fog before 9 a.m., sunny and hot. High 94°F. Low 70°F.
- Monday: Fog early, sunny. High 94°F. Low 70°F.
- Tuesday: 40% chance of showers/storms. Patchy fog early. High 89°F. Low 70°F.
- Wednesday: 40% chance of showers/storms. Mostly sunny. High 85°F. Low 68°F.
