Jackson, Kentucky – A dangerous mix of intense heat and pop-up storms is returning to Eastern Kentucky by Friday, July 25, with possible travel slowdowns and health risks across the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms will begin before 8 a.m. Friday, with heat index values soaring as high as 102°F by mid-afternoon. Expect patchy fog early and calm winds shifting southwest at 5 mph. Residents are urged to hydrate frequently and limit outdoor activity during peak heat hours.
Highs will hit 92°F on Friday and remain steamy through the weekend, while storm chances rise again by Friday night and into Saturday. Thunderstorms will linger through at least Sunday, with the highest risk of widespread rain between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday. Areas along KY-15 and KY-52 could see slick roads, especially during evening travel windows.
Jackson and surrounding Breathitt County towns should brace for reduced visibility from fog overnight and sporadic downpours through the weekend. Calm winds and muggy air will make overnight conditions feel stifling, especially with lows only dipping to the low 70s.
More scattered storms are expected Monday afternoon through Wednesday, with temps climbing to 93°F or higher. While no widespread severe weather is expected, daily afternoon storms could produce isolated wind gusts and brief heavy rain.
⚠️ Storm chances remain elevated through early next week. More advisories may be issued by NWS if conditions worsen.
📅 Five-Day Forecast: Jackson, KY
- Friday, July 25: 20% chance of AM storms. High: 92°F (Heat Index: 102°F). Patchy fog.
- Saturday: 40% chance of PM storms. High: 92°F. Fog early, muggy.
- Sunday: 40% chance of storms after 2 p.m. High: 92°F.
- Monday: 30% chance of PM storms. High: 93°F.
- Tuesday: 30% chance of storms. Hot, humid. High: 94°F.
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