PADUCAH, Ky. – A calm, mild start this morning across western Kentucky will give way to fast-changing skies by Friday as an approaching system pushes gusty winds and rain into the Ohio Valley. After a stretch of late-fall sunshine, this next front brings a brief surge of warmth before cooler air sweeps in for the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, clouds will thicken Friday morning with scattered showers and a chance of a few rumbles of thunder by midday. Winds may gust near 25 mph, especially along U.S. 60 and I-24, as warm, humid air meets the incoming cold front. Although rainfall totals stay light—around a quarter inch—brief downpours could cause slick travel through the afternoon commute.
Friday’s highs will climb into the low 70s before temperatures drop sharply by nightfall. Saturday turns cooler but bright, with highs near 60°F and a mix of sun and passing clouds. A weak upper wave may spark a few isolated showers Saturday night, though most outdoor plans, including weekend football or early Veterans Day events, should proceed without major disruption.
By Sunday, the chill returns for real—morning lows dip into the 30s, and highs struggle to reach the upper 40s. It’s a clear sign of the season shifting toward winter, and long-range models suggest a deeper cold push could arrive across the Midwest by Veterans Day Tuesday. Residents are encouraged to finish outdoor chores and leaf cleanup now before the first frost and freeze cycles return later this month.
Five-Day Forecast for Paducah, KY:
Thu: 68/54 – Sunny; calm winds, turning mild.
Fri: 72/45 – Rain, breezy; isolated thunder, gusts to 25 mph.
Sat: 60/39 – Mostly sunny; cooler with a light breeze.
Sun: 47/25 – Mostly clear; crisp and colder.
Mon: 56/36 – Sunny; early signs of a November chill.
