Paducah, KY – Storms are poised to return to western Kentucky starting late Friday, bringing a threat of locally heavy rain through Memorial Day.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, a hazardous weather outlook remains in effect for southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. After a calm Wednesday and dry Thursday, conditions shift sharply with a chance of thunderstorms beginning Friday night. Some storms may produce lightning and downpours, though widespread severe weather is not expected at this time.
Drivers along US-60 and I-24 should be prepared for reduced visibility and slick roads late Friday through early Saturday. Outdoor Memorial Day plans could face interruptions due to scattered showers and a few isolated thunderstorms, especially in the afternoons.
Here’s how the local forecast shapes up:
- Wednesday: Sunny and warm, high near 78°F. Winds up to 22 mph.
- Thursday: Clear and mild, high near 74°F. No weather hazards expected.
- Friday: Partly sunny, chance of showers increases Friday night.
- Saturday-Sunday: Showers and storms likely, especially Saturday afternoon into Sunday morning. Cooler temps in the low 70s.
- Memorial Day (Monday): Continued risk for rain and storms, with highs in the mid-70s.
