PADUCAH, Ky. – A faint layer of mist hung over the Ohio River before dawn, as cool air brushed across western Kentucky fields. It’s a calm, chilly start to the week, but brighter days are ahead. Early risers may scrape a light frost from windshields before the region shifts toward a milder, sun-filled stretch heading into Veterans Day and beyond.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, a few brief sprinkles may develop early today, but skies will clear by midday. Northwest winds near 15 mph will usher in drier air, dropping temperatures to the mid-20s tonight — the coldest air since early November. Monday stays crisp but sunny, with highs near 42 degrees.
Veterans Day will bring a change in mood and temperature. Sunshine dominates, pushing highs into the low 50s. Light winds and clear skies should make for pleasant parades and ceremonies across the region. Those with early travel plans or outdoor projects can expect ideal weather through midweek as a warming trend continues. By Wednesday, highs climb into the mid-60s under full sunshine — a rare bonus stretch before the next system forms over the Plains.
Residents should still plan for frosty mornings through Tuesday, keeping plants and pets protected during early cold snaps. To be fair, this calm spell won’t last long. Models hint that by late week, a stronger front could spark clouds and possibly light rain as the next cool push approaches ahead of Thanksgiving travel season.
Five-Day Forecast for Paducah, KY:
Sun: 45/25 – Chance of sprinkles; clearing skies, breezy northwest winds.
Mon: 42/23 – Mostly sunny; crisp air, frost early.
Tue (Veterans Day): 53/42 – Bright sun; pleasant for outdoor events.
Wed: 65/37 – Sunny; mild southwest breeze, great travel day.
Thu: 65/48 – Mostly sunny; late clouds hint at next front.
