Louisville, KY – Halloween festivities in Louisville are expected to face damp and windy conditions tonight, with rain and potential thunderstorms sweeping through the area. Trick-or-treaters and event-goers should prepare for a soggy evening, as showers are expected to start around 5 p.m., accompanied by gusty winds up to 30 mph. Those planning to be outdoors are advised to secure costumes and belongings against high winds and consider using rain gear for added protection.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service in Louisville, an 80% chance of rain will persist through the evening, with showers becoming more scattered after 10 p.m. Temperatures, reaching highs in the upper 70s this afternoon, will dip to around 70 degrees by early evening and fall to the upper 60s as the night progresses. Thunderstorms may also accompany these showers, bringing gusts of up to 32 mph, creating potentially hazardous conditions, particularly for children trick-or-treating and families outdoors.
Thursday night, the area will continue to see scattered showers until late evening, gradually clearing as skies turn partly cloudy. Friday brings a break from rain with sunny skies and cooler temperatures, expected to peak at 64 degrees. Heading into the weekend, Saturday should also remain mostly sunny, with a high near 69 degrees, while a 30% chance of showers returns late into the night.
By Sunday, Louisville will again face a 40% chance of rain, with partly sunny conditions and a high of 76 degrees. Showers are expected to taper off by Monday morning, giving way to mostly cloudy skies and moderate highs near 70 degrees. Louisville residents are encouraged to keep rain gear handy over the next few days as unsettled weather patterns bring intermittent showers and variable temperatures.
Stay updated with the latest local weather forecasts, and be prepared for quickly changing conditions, especially during outdoor Halloween events tonight.
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