Louisville, Kentucky – Kentucky is expected to see a relatively quiet stretch of winter weather next week, with limited chances for snow or rain and no strong signal for widespread travel disruptions from Monday through Friday.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, much of Kentucky falls within a below-normal precipitation zone during the January 12–16 period. Temperatures are forecast to trend above seasonal averages at times, reducing the potential for winter precipitation and favoring extended dry conditions across the state.
Central and western Kentucky, including Louisville, Elizabethtown, and Bowling Green, may see several dry days with only isolated, low-impact rain chances. Eastern Kentucky, including Lexington, Richmond, and the Cumberland Plateau region, could see a few brief flurries or light rain-snow mixes, but accumulations are expected to remain minimal. Major corridors such as I-64, I-65, I-75, and the Western Kentucky Parkway are not expected to experience prolonged weather-related issues.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet typically reminds drivers that overnight temperature drops can still lead to isolated slick spots on bridges and elevated roadways, particularly during early morning hours. Motorists should remain cautious despite the quieter pattern.
The drier trend looks likely to persist through much of the workweek, though minor disturbances remain possible. Overall, widespread winter weather impacts across Kentucky appear unlikely through Friday.
