Jackson, Kentucky – Thunderstorms will rumble through Jackson starting Friday afternoon, July 18, with intense downpours, patchy fog, and dangerous driving conditions likely by nightfall.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, rain and storms are expected after 5 p.m. Friday, with a 90% chance of precipitation continuing through the evening. Calm winds and a high near 87°F will make conditions steamy and unstable. KY-15 and surrounding rural roadways could see localized flooding and reduced visibility during peak commuting hours.
Saturday won’t offer much relief. Showers and possible thunderstorms are expected again throughout the day, with another high near 83°F and storm chances persisting into Saturday night. These repeated rounds of rain could lead to slick roadways, especially in low-lying areas across Breathitt, Wolfe, and Perry counties.
By Sunday, scattered storms will stick around, especially before 8 p.m., with muggy overnight lows near 71°F. Residents should keep devices charged and stay weather-aware as daily thunderstorm chances linger into early next week.
🌦️ Five-Day Forecast for Jackson, KY (Starting Friday, July 18):
- Friday: Thunderstorms after 5 p.m., high 87°F. 90% chance of rain.
- Saturday: Showers and storms likely. High near 83°F.
- Sunday: Thunderstorms before 8 p.m., then mostly cloudy. High 86°F.
- Monday: Showers and storms mainly after 8 a.m. High near 87°F.
- Tuesday: 40% chance of storms. Mostly sunny. High near 90°F.
- Wednesday: Continued storm risk. High near 92°F.
⚠️ Stay alert: Repeated rainfall through early next week may increase the risk of flooding and travel disruption. More updates will follow as the pattern evolves.
