Paducah, Kentucky – Drivers in Paducah are waking up to dangerous travel conditions this morning as a dense fog advisory remains in effect until 8 a.m. Tuesday, with visibility dropping below a quarter mile on key roads across western Kentucky. Local schools and businesses could see delays as showers and thunderstorms move into the area later today.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, dense fog will impact US-60, US-62, and Interstate 24 through the morning commute, especially in low-lying areas and near the Ohio River. Rain and scattered thunderstorms are expected by late afternoon, with a 60% chance of precipitation and the threat of isolated downpours after 4 p.m.
Cities including Mayfield, Benton, and Murray should prepare for slowdowns on highways, slick roads, and possible reduced visibility throughout the morning. Tonight brings a 40% chance of thunderstorms before 11 p.m., with additional showers likely through Wednesday. Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel until fog lifts, use headlights, and allow extra stopping distance.
With the region seeing its first dense fog event of July, officials recommend charging devices, monitoring local alerts, and reviewing severe weather plans. Drier, sunnier weather is not expected to return until the weekend.
Dense fog advisories remain in effect until 8 a.m. Tuesday, with additional thunderstorm warnings possible through Wednesday night. Stay tuned for updates as conditions develop.
Five Day Weather Outlook for Paducah, KY
- Tuesday: Dense fog early. Showers and thunderstorms likely after 4 p.m. High near 89°F.
- Wednesday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, especially after 1 p.m. High near 89°F.
- Thursday: Slight chance of thunderstorms, otherwise mostly sunny. High near 89°F.
- Friday: 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1 p.m. High near 92°F.
- Saturday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, high near 93°F.
