Kentucky — Headlights glow softly through fog this morning as damp air settles low over the Ohio Valley. Visibility drops quickly in pockets, and wet pavement feels colder than it looks.
Patchy dense fog lingers through the morning hours, especially in low-lying areas and near rivers. According to the National Weather Service in Louisville, visibility may briefly fall to a quarter mile in spots. Areas that held onto snowpack face an added concern. As temperatures hover near freezing early, thin black ice can form where meltwater refroze.
Current temperatures sit near 28 degrees, but readings climb steadily through the day. Winds stay light, allowing fog to linger longer than usual. Drivers on I-64, I-65, and local surface streets should slow down and increase following distance until conditions improve.
By late morning into early afternoon, fog thins and temperatures rise sharply. Highs surge into the lower 60s, creating a dramatic February swing. To be fair, that warmth comes with a cost. Melting continues, leaving standing water on roads and sidewalks.
Tonight, temperatures fall back near freezing. A few light showers are possible, and refreezing becomes a concern again toward daybreak Wednesday. Use caution if traveling late or early, especially on bridges and shaded roads.
Midweek stays quieter. Wednesday turns mostly sunny with highs in the mid-40s. Thursday remains cool and dry. By Friday, sunshine returns and highs approach 50, setting the stage for a milder Valentine’s Day weekend with scattered rain chances.
Looking ahead, NOAA’s 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across the Ohio Valley. With lakes still frozen to the north, sharp morning chill followed by afternoon warmth remains a theme.
Slow down this morning. Watch for hidden ice. Are roads slick where you are?
Five-Day Outlook for Louisville, Kentucky
• Today: Patchy fog early, warmer, high near 62°
• Tonight: Mostly cloudy, chance of showers, low near 30°
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 44°
• Thursday: Mostly cloudy, high near 43°
• Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 49°
