Paducah, Kentucky – Thunderstorms and patchy fog could slow down morning drivers across western Kentucky Wednesday, especially along I-24 near Paducah. Wet roads and low visibility remain a concern through the afternoon before skies begin to clear heading into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, scattered storms will linger until late Thursday, with the heaviest rainfall expected during the morning and early afternoon hours. A 70% chance of rain Wednesday gives way to just a 20% chance on Thursday, and calm, sunny weather is expected by Friday. Daytime highs will hold in the low 80s before dipping slightly by early next week.
Residents should stay alert for brief downpours and thunder through Thursday morning. With saturated ground and fog-prone zones near waterways and valleys, drivers are urged to use headlights and reduce speed, particularly near the Ohio River corridor.
By Friday, high pressure builds across the region, bringing dry, pleasant weather to McCracken, Ballard, and Marshall counties. Sunny skies and lighter winds continue through the weekend, offering a picture-perfect close to September.
No watches or warnings are active at this time, but additional advisories may be issued if storm strength increases. Stay tuned to local emergency channels and NOAA weather radio for updates.
Five-Day Forecast for Paducah, KY:
- Wednesday: Showers and storms likely, high near 81°F. Patchy fog early.
- Thursday: Slight chance of rain early, high of 79°F. Clearing by afternoon.
- Friday: Sunny, calm winds, high near 81°F.
- Saturday: Sunny and warm, high near 83°F.
- Sunday: Mostly clear, high of 82°F. Cooler nights with lows in the upper 50s.
