Paducah drivers could face slick and dangerous commutes on I-24 as thunderstorms return Monday, September 22, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds. Local officials warn that travel delays and sudden downpours may create hazardous conditions during peak driving hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, scattered to numerous thunderstorms are expected through Monday night, with the strongest storms producing lightning, downpours, and gusts near 40 mph. Southwest Kentucky, southeast Missouri, and southern Illinois are under heightened risk, with localized flooding possible in low-lying areas and on rural roads.
Residents in McCracken, Graves, and Livingston counties should prepare for fast-changing weather by limiting unnecessary travel, keeping phones charged, and checking updates before heading out. Evening storms may hit hardest between 6 and 10 p.m., raising concerns for power outages and visibility issues. Spotters are encouraged to report severe weather developments.
The storm pattern doesn’t break quickly. More thunderstorms are expected Tuesday, with showers likely lingering through midweek. Highs remain near the mid to upper 80s until Wednesday, before cooling slightly toward the end of the week.
Residents should avoid flooded intersections, use caution along I-24 and US-60, and monitor alerts. Weather conditions may intensify with little warning, so keeping informed is crucial.
Warnings remain in effect into Monday night, with additional advisories possible through midweek.
Five Day Forecast for Paducah, KY
- Sunday: Chance of showers, storms in afternoon. High near 88.
- Monday: Storms likely, some severe. High near 88.
- Tuesday: Chance of storms, heavy rain possible. High near 81.
- Wednesday: Showers and storms continue. High near 83.
- Thursday: Showers tapering, partly sunny. High near 78.
