Kentucky starts the day under a gray sky and a cool breeze, with damp-looking pavement and a steady wind cutting through Louisville’s morning routine.
According to the National Weather Service, north winds between 10 and 14 mph with gusts up to 22 mph are holding temperatures near 45°F, with wind chills closer to 40°F. Drivers along I-64 and I-65 may notice light crosswinds, especially on bridges over the Ohio River.
Cloud cover gradually breaks through the late morning, allowing sunshine to return by afternoon. Highs reach near 54°F, offering a modest rebound but still cool for outdoor plans. Keep a jacket handy and expect lingering breezes into the afternoon.
A steady warmup builds quickly across the region. Temperatures rise to around 59°F Tuesday, then jump to near 70°F Wednesday. By Thursday, spring heat peaks near 81°F, signaling a dramatic seasonal shift across Kentucky.
That warmth comes with increasing instability. By Thursday afternoon and especially into Thursday night, showers and thunderstorms begin developing. Rain chances increase into Friday, where wet roads and reduced visibility could slow both morning and afternoon commutes across Louisville.
Plan ahead for changing conditions late week. Allow extra travel time and monitor updates as storm timing becomes clearer.
This week delivers a classic March swing from cool and breezy to warm and unsettled. What are you seeing outside right now?
Five Day Outlook for Louisville, Kentucky:
Today: Decreasing clouds, high near 54°
Tonight: Partly cloudy, low near 34°
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 59°
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 70°
Thursday: Slight chance of storms, high near 81°
