Jackson, Kentucky – Drivers in eastern Kentucky should brace for a wet and potentially dangerous Monday, July 21st, as thunderstorms and locally heavy rainfall move into the area during the morning and persist through the afternoon. A Flood Watch remains in effect until 8 p.m. Monday, and forecasters warn that roads like KY-15 could see ponding and limited visibility from 9 a.m. onward.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, showers and thunderstorms are likely before 10 a.m., with another round possible after 2 p.m. Fog may reduce visibility early, especially in low-lying areas. Rainfall amounts could exceed one inch in localized downpours, and wind gusts may accompany stronger cells.
By Monday night, storms may taper slightly but will linger, especially before 10 p.m. Conditions remain humid and unstable, with patchy fog overnight. Calm winds and saturated ground could make for slippery travel Tuesday morning.
Looking ahead:
- Tuesday: A slight chance of storms with highs near 87°F.
- Wednesday through Friday: A return to hot, sunny weather with isolated afternoon storms and temperatures reaching 92°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny and hot near 90°F.
Prepare now: Avoid driving through flooded roads, charge mobile devices, and secure outdoor items. More advisories could be issued if rainfall intensifies or flood-prone areas become overwhelmed.
Stay weather-aware all week — the ground will stay saturated and pop-up storms may re-develop each afternoon through Saturday, July 26th.
