Paducah, Kentucky – Brutal heat and afternoon thunderstorms could make for a dangerous Monday across western Kentucky, with heat index values soaring past 105°F.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, a Heat Advisory remains in effect through 12 p.m. Monday, July 28, followed by an Extreme Heat Watch starting Monday afternoon through Wednesday evening. Temperatures will reach a high near 96°F in Paducah, with “feels like” values as high as 110°F. Isolated thunderstorms are expected after 1 p.m., bringing lightning, gusty winds, and heavy downpours to the region.
Travelers on Interstate 24 between Paducah and Metropolis should plan for rapidly changing road conditions and reduced visibility. Residents are urged to limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors. Use air conditioning or visit local cooling centers if your home lacks adequate cooling.
The heat will intensify into midweek, with Tuesday’s high climbing to 99°F under mostly sunny skies. Relief won’t come until late Wednesday, when another round of storms may develop in the evening hours.
🔎 Extended 5-Day Forecast for Paducah, KY
Monday, July 28 – High: 96°F | Heat Index: 110°F | 30% chance of storms after 1 p.m.
Tuesday – High: 99°F | Sunny and dangerously hot
Wednesday – High: 97°F | PM storm chances return, breezy
Thursday – High: 91°F | Morning storms possible, then partly sunny
Friday – High: 86°F | Drier and cooler with light northeast winds
Saturday – High: 86°F | Mostly sunny with slight chance of afternoon storms
⚠️ Stay weather-aware and monitor local alerts as heat dangers persist into Wednesday.
