Paducah, KY – A stretch of tranquil, sunny weather will give way to a stormy weekend across western Kentucky. Residents can expect summer-like heat to build starting Wednesday before multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms arrive by Friday afternoon, potentially impacting travel and outdoor activities.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, Wednesday is expected to be sunny with a high near 89 degrees. Calm winds will become southwest at around 5 mph in the afternoon, providing ideal conditions. The pleasant weather continues Thursday with mostly sunny skies and a high again reaching near 89 degrees. These clear conditions will offer a perfect opportunity to handle any outdoor preparations before the weather pattern shifts.
The forecast changes significantly by the weekend. A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms develops after 1 p.m. on Friday. This unsettled weather is predicted to continue through Saturday and Sunday. Residents with weekend plans, especially outdoors or involving travel on major routes like Interstate 24, should prepare for possible delays and sudden downpours. It is advisable to secure loose items around the home that could be affected by gusty winds accompanying any storms.
The chance of showers and thunderstorms will persist into early next week. Warnings and advisories may be issued as the weekend approaches. Residents should monitor for updates and have a way to receive weather alerts.
Extended Forecast for Paducah
- Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 89°F. Light south wind in the morning.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 89°F. Calm wind.
- Friday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89°F.
- Saturday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 88°F.
- Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87°F.
