Paducah, Kentucky – A pleasant and dry weekend awaits Kentucky, with temperatures in the 70s on both Saturday and Sunday. However, rain chances will return by Sunday evening and continue into Tuesday, creating a more unsettled pattern for the start of next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, the cooler and more comfortable weather of the weekend will be short-lived. By Sunday evening, light rain will begin to move into the region, lasting through Tuesday. As temperatures rise into the mid-70s by Tuesday, so will the humidity levels, setting the stage for potential severe thunderstorms by the end of the week.
Areas like Paducah, Hopkinsville, and Mayfield can expect temperatures in the mid-70s during the day with lows in the 50s over the weekend. However, Monday through Wednesday will see warmer conditions, with highs climbing into the 80s. By Thursday and Friday, highs could reach 90°F, bringing with it an increased risk for storms, especially in the afternoon and evening.
Residents are advised to stay weather-aware as next week progresses, with more unsettled conditions and an elevated chance of severe thunderstorms in Kentucky’s forecast.
