Paducah, Kentucky – Storms are expected to soak western Kentucky today and Saturday, with the potential for localized flooding and rain totals exceeding 3 inches in some areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, storm coverage could reach 70–80% today and remain high through Saturday. While the risk of severe weather is low, gusty winds and heavy downpours could cause minor flooding in low-lying areas, especially with the slow-moving nature of the storms.
Rain chances taper slightly Sunday into midweek, but scattered showers and storms will linger daily through at least Thursday. Highs will climb into the upper 80s by Tuesday, with rising humidity adding to the discomfort. Areas like Mayfield, Murray, and Hopkinsville should prepare for repeated downpours, making outdoor plans risky and increasing travel delays on roads such as I-24 and US 60.
Residents are urged to avoid driving through flooded roadways, clear drains where safe to do so, and ensure devices are charged in case of power interruptions. While some locations may receive only brief showers, others could see several inches of rainfall.
Unsettled conditions are expected to last through next week, with updated alerts possible as patterns shift.
🔎 Five-Day Forecast (Paducah, KY):
- Saturday: Rain likely (60–90%), highs 80–84°F, lows 67–70°F
- Sunday: Partly cloudy, scattered storms (20–40%), highs 83–88°F
- Monday: Rain chance 40%, humid, highs 84–87°F
- Tuesday: Increasing humidity, 30–50% rain, highs 85–89°F
- Wednesday: Scattered showers (30–50%), highs 88–91°F
