Paducah, Kentucky – Cold air hangs low over western Kentucky this morning, clinging to wet pavement and rooftops as light precipitation drifts through. The air feels raw, and even small changes in temperature could quickly turn damp roads slick during the morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, a brief window of freezing drizzle or light freezing rain is possible early today before temperatures rise above freezing. Any icing should remain light, but bridges, overpasses, and untreated side streets may turn slippery. Conditions are expected to improve later this morning as precipitation changes to rain and surface temperatures warm.
Calmer weather settles in Thursday, offering a short break before winter tightens its grip again. By Friday, colder air returns, and snow showers may develop late in the day. A Winter Storm Watch is already posted from late Friday night through Sunday morning for portions of western Kentucky, southern Illinois, and southeast Missouri. Some areas could see several inches of snow, with travel becoming difficult at times.
Saturday looks especially wintry in Paducah. Snow showers become more likely, temperatures stay in the teens, and roads may remain slushy or snow-covered through the day. Gusty north winds will add a biting edge, pushing wind chills even lower. Plan extra time if traveling and keep emergency supplies handy.
Beyond the weekend, longer-range outlooks suggest the cold pattern holds into next week, with additional chances for precipitation as Arctic air lingers across the region.
Five-Day Outlook for Paducah, Kentucky
Today: Rain or freezing rain early, high near 46.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 43.
Friday: Mostly cloudy, snow showers late, high near 27.
Saturday: Snow showers likely, high near 17.
Sunday: Chance of snow early, high near 23.
