LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Kentucky drivers can expect another hot, sunny stretch through Tuesday, but storm chances later this week could disrupt plans. With afternoon highs pushing near 90 degrees, those traveling on I-64 and surrounding roadways should prepare for glare and heat stress. Officials urge drivers to stay hydrated, check cooling systems, and use caution during peak heat hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Louisville, Tuesday will bring mostly sunny skies and a high near 89. Winds will shift northeast around 5 mph in the afternoon before calm conditions return overnight. Clear skies Tuesday night will keep lows mild, near 61 degrees.
Heat remains steady through Wednesday and Thursday with highs in the upper 80s and lower 90s. Outdoor workers and students should limit prolonged sun exposure and take frequent breaks in shaded or air-conditioned spaces. By Friday, isolated showers may appear, with a 20% chance of rain Friday evening.
The bigger concern arrives this weekend, when scattered thunderstorms could develop Saturday and Sunday. Any storms could bring brief heavy downpours, slick roads, and possible lightning delays for outdoor events. Families planning fall festivals or football games should keep alternate indoor plans in place.
Clear skies and warm conditions dominate for now, but the shift to more unsettled fall weather could disrupt weekend travel and outdoor gatherings. Updates will follow as storm chances increase.
Five Day Forecast for Louisville, KY
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 89. Low 61.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 88. Low 60.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 90. Low 63.
- Friday: Sunny early, isolated showers late. High 91. Low 65.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, scattered storms. High 87. Low 65.
