Paducah, KY – A dramatic shift in weather is set to impact Paducah this week, bringing rain Wednesday and freezing temperatures into the weekend. Residents are advised to prepare for hazardous travel conditions and sharply colder weather in the days ahead.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, showers are expected to develop Wednesday afternoon and continue into the night, with highs reaching 57°F before temperatures plummet. By Friday, highs will struggle to exceed 42°F, with lows dropping into the low 20s.
The coldest days are expected Saturday and Sunday, with overnight lows in the teens and potential for light snow Saturday morning. Daytime highs will remain near freezing, making holiday travel on I-24 potentially slippery.
For Thanksgiving, partly sunny skies are forecast, with a more moderate high near 47°F. Travelers should remain cautious of wet roads Wednesday evening and monitor updates as freezing conditions develop later in the week.
The five-day forecast for Paducah is as follows:
• Wednesday: Showers likely in the afternoon and evening. High 57°F, low 35°F.
• Thursday: Partly sunny and cooler. High 47°F, low 25°F.
• Friday: Sunny but cold. High 42°F, low 22°F.
• Saturday: Chance of snow early. High 41°F, low 17°F.
• Sunday: Mostly sunny. High 37°F, low 14°F.
Residents are urged to winterize their homes and vehicles as temperatures dip below freezing. Travelers should plan ahead and monitor forecasts for updates.
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