Kentucky – A prolonged winter storm brought widespread snowfall across Kentucky from January 23 through January 26, with top totals reaching 9 inches, according to compiled storm reports.
The highest snowfall total reported in the state was 9.0 inches near Hebron (2 miles southeast), making it the snowiest observed location in Kentucky during the multi-day event. Several additional communities across northern and central Kentucky recorded snowfall totals between 8 and 9 inches, highlighting the storm’s greatest impact zone.
Among other high-end reports, Warsaw measured 8.7 inches, while Peewee Valley (2 miles west-northwest) recorded 8.5 inches. Union (2 miles south-southwest) measured 8.0 inches, placing it among the hardest-hit locations.
Additional snowfall totals include 7.3 inches in Murray, 7.0 inches in Crittenden, and 7.0 inches in Gilbertsville. Slightly lower but still impactful totals were reported in Buckner (6.9 inches), Florence (2 miles west-southwest) at 6.6 inches, and Burlington with 6.5 inches.
Snowfall totals were highest across northern Kentucky, particularly near the Ohio River, with amounts gradually decreasing farther south. Snow accumulated steadily over multiple days rather than falling in a single intense burst, prolonging hazardous travel conditions and extending demand on road crews.
Major corridors including Interstates 71, 75, and 275 experienced periods of slick roads, reduced visibility, and slowed traffic, particularly during overnight and early morning hours. Cleanup operations continued after snowfall ended as cold temperatures limited melting, allowing snowpack to persist on secondary roads, bridges, and shaded areas.
The January 23–26 storm ranks among the more significant snow events of the season for Kentucky, especially across northern portions of the state, contributing meaningfully to seasonal snowfall totals.
