Kentucky – A thick, gray blanket of fog drapes across Louisville this morning, softening headlights, slickening pavement, and creating the kind of slow, cautious traffic that marks the start of serious Thanksgiving travel. Drivers creeping along I-65 and the Gene Snyder Freeway should watch for abrupt pockets of near-zero visibility and wet roads that reduce braking power. Residents should allow extra time, use low beams, and keep emergency chargers ready as conditions evolve.
According to the National Weather Service Louisville office, patchy dense fog extends across Jefferson, Oldham, Bullitt, and parts of southern Indiana. Drizzle mixes in at times, adding a cold, steady sheen to roads. Travel may worsen near valleys and river crossings where fog thickens first. To be fair, this kind of November moisture often lingers longer than expected, especially with light winds.
According to meteorologists, clouds hold through the afternoon with temperatures climbing only into the 50s. The air feels cool and damp, giving the city a late-fall mood. Thursday brings a higher chance of showers as a stronger wave pushes in from the west. Rain may steady after midday, especially along I-64. Travelers heading out early for Thanksgiving plans should watch for slower drives and brief visibility drops during heavier pockets.
According to NWS guidance, Friday stays mild but unsettled with lingering showers and light south winds. Saturday turns partly sunny with temperatures near 63, making it a decent day for early Christmas decorating or yard cleanup. Sunday trends drier before another weak system approaches early next week. Models hint at a subtle “winter tease” by Tuesday as cooler air filters in from the north. No snow chance stands out, but the seasonal pattern deepens as Thanksgiving nears.
Five-Day Forecast for Louisville, KY:
Sat: 63/45 – Partly sunny; light breeze.
Sun: 61/47 – Mostly sunny; good travel weather.
Mon: 60/44 – Spotty showers; mild.
Tue: 57/40 – Cooler; early winter tease.
Wed: 58/42 – Clear and calm; strong Thanksgiving travel window.
