Paducah, KY – Thunderstorms will hammer western Kentucky on Monday, May 12, with heavy rain and dangerous lightning along major routes including I-24 and US-60. The National Weather Service warns of a 100% chance of showers during the morning and early afternoon in Paducah, posing travel risks during school and work commutes.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, thunderstorm activity will intensify between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. Monday, with a second round expected by evening. While no severe storms are forecast initially, frequent lightning and heavy rainfall could cause ponding on roads and reduced visibility. Drivers should slow down and allow extra time for travel.
On Tuesday, another storm system brings a 70% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms, particularly between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Winds will shift from east to southwest, with temps reaching the upper 70s. Tuesday night will dry out, offering brief relief before more showers return.
Here’s the extended 5-day forecast:
- Wednesday: Sunny and calm, high near 85°F.
- Thursday: Slight chance of storms, high 88°F, breezy.
- Friday: Rain returns, high 83°F with thunderstorms likely.
- Saturday: Storms possible early, then clearing with highs near 85°F.
