Jackson, KY – Storms could dampen Easter plans across eastern Kentucky this weekend as the National Weather Service warns of thunderstorms beginning Saturday afternoon and continuing through Monday. Cities including Jackson, Pikeville, Somerset, and London may see wet conditions that could impact travel and outdoor events along US-23 and other major routes.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, KY, isolated showers are expected to begin Saturday night, with a 20 percent chance of precipitation. By Sunday morning, this chance increases, and thunderstorms are likely after 10 p.m. Monday may bring a 50 percent chance of continued storms, with gusty winds accompanying some systems.
Residents planning Easter celebrations on Sunday should prepare for rapidly changing weather. Outdoor events should be moved under shelter when possible. Drivers along US-23 and I-75 should stay alert for slick roads and reduced visibility during storm periods. Winds could gust as high as 23 mph on Friday, setting the stage for unstable weekend conditions.
While Friday and Saturday daytime hours will offer mild, sunny spring weather with highs in the 80s, the warmup is short-lived. By Monday night, temps dip into the 50s with lingering storm threats.
5-Day Forecast for Jackson, KY:
- Friday: Sunny, high 82°F, gusts up to 23 mph
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high 84°F; slight chance of rain overnight
- Sunday (Easter): Showers early, storms likely after 10 p.m., high near 83°F
- Monday: 50% chance of showers/thunderstorms, high 77°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 75°F
