Jackson, KY – Snow is expected to spread across Eastern Kentucky beginning Sunday evening, with accumulations continuing through Monday evening and the highest totals forecast in the region’s higher elevations.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, accumulating snow is forecast from 7 p.m. Sunday through 7 p.m. Monday. The greatest event totals are expected across southeastern Kentucky, particularly in areas above 3,000 feet in Harlan and Letcher counties, where between 3 to 6 inches of snow may fall.
Elsewhere across Eastern Kentucky — including communities in Pike, Perry, Bell, and surrounding counties — lighter accumulations are expected. However, forecasters caution that snowfall amounts may vary significantly over short distances due to narrow bands of heavier snow showers.
The NWS noted that if stronger snow showers or snow squalls develop, localized higher totals will be possible. These narrow bands could quickly reduce visibility and create slick road conditions, especially late Sunday night into Monday morning.
Motorists traveling along U.S. 23, U.S. 119, and KY-80 should be prepared for changing conditions, particularly in elevated terrain where road temperatures may cool more quickly.
Temperatures are expected to remain near freezing overnight, increasing the likelihood of snow-covered and icy surfaces by the Monday morning commute.
Residents in higher elevations are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts and prepare for potential travel slowdowns.
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