Paducah, Kentucky – After a wet start to the week, Kentuckians can expect a brief return to calm on Tuesday before storms fire back up Thursday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, dry conditions and sunshine will dominate Tuesday and Wednesday across western Kentucky. Highs near 83°F Tuesday and 88°F Wednesday will usher in classic summer heat. But by Thursday afternoon, scattered thunderstorms could re-emerge, bringing lightning, heavy rain, and a renewed risk of travel disruptions — particularly near I-24 and U.S. 60 through Paducah.
Tuesday will be mostly sunny and mild, with light northwest winds. Wednesday follows suit, offering another clear day with highs near 88°F and minimal wind.
By Thursday, a summer weather alert is in place as muggy air builds. While only a slight chance of storms exists early in the day, conditions will worsen into the evening. Storms may continue into Friday and Saturday, especially in the afternoon and evening hours.
🚧 Safety Tip: If you live in McCracken, Graves, or Marshall counties, secure outdoor items before Thursday evening. Expect sudden lightning bursts even before heavy rain arrives.
🌤 5-Day Forecast for Paducah:
- Tuesday (June 10): Sunny, high 83°F. Calm, pleasant weather.
- Wednesday (June 11): Sunny, high 88°F. Light wind.
- Thursday (June 12): Partly sunny, 90°F. Thunderstorm chance late.
- Friday (June 13): Storms possible, high near 89°F. Muggy.
- Saturday (June 14): Continued storm risk, high 88°F.
