Jackson, KY – Residents in Jackson, Kentucky, should prepare for unseasonably warm temperatures starting Sunday, with highs nearing 80 degrees expected to peak on Tuesday. This early November warmth is due to a strong warm front moving through the region, pushing temperatures to near-record highs. While the weekend and early week will feel more like summer, a midweek cold front is expected to bring rain and return temperatures to seasonal averages by Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, KY, temperatures will climb into the mid-70s on Sunday and continue rising, reaching close to 80 degrees on Tuesday. This unusually warm air will bring clear skies and calm weather to start the week, but residents should be prepared for a shift by Tuesday night, as scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecast to develop.
Five-Day Forecast:
• Sunday: High near 77, mostly sunny skies, with lows around 53 overnight. Expect calm conditions, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
• Monday: Another warm day with a high in the upper 70s under partly sunny skies. Patchy fog may develop in the morning, clearing by mid-morning.
• Tuesday: Near-record warmth, with temperatures peaking around 80 degrees. A cold front will begin moving in late, bringing a 40% chance of showers by the evening.
• Wednesday: Showers likely, with cooler air pushing temperatures down to a high around 74. Rain will be more widespread and could impact commutes, so plan accordingly.
• Thursday: Rain chances linger at 50%, with temperatures returning to the low 70s during the day, tapering off into the low 50s overnight.
Residents should take advantage of the warm days while staying aware of potential rain later in the week. This weather shift may lead to slick roads during Wednesday’s commute, so drivers on local highways, including KY-15, should exercise caution as conditions change.
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