Kentucky – The chill of early December is gripping the Ohio Valley this morning as Louisville wakes under gray skies and crisp, biting air. Thin fog hangs near the river, and forecasters warn that patchy freezing fog could cause slick spots during the early commute—especially on I-64, I-65, and I-71.
According to the National Weather Service in Louisville, visibility may briefly drop below a mile in some neighborhoods through mid-morning. Any untreated bridges or overpasses could glaze with ice as temperatures linger in the mid-20s. Drivers should slow down and allow extra braking space through Jefferson, Bullitt, and Clark counties.
Skies clear through the afternoon, and Thursday stays calm but chilly, with highs near 32°F. Another system moves in by Friday, bringing a slight chance of rain or snow between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.. Precipitation looks light, but even trace accumulation could create slippery pavement during the midday hours.
After Friday’s weak system passes, the weekend turns brighter but remains cool, with highs in the upper 30s to near 40°F. Light breezes and mostly sunny skies will help melt any early snow as December’s first weekend arrives.
Meteorologists say this is part of a larger transition across the region: cold mornings, brief flurries, and the season’s first “true” winter air. Residents should watch for flash freezing where moisture lingers after sundown.
Five-Day Outlook:
• Thursday: Partly sunny, high 32°, calm wind.
• Friday: Rain/snow mix possible mid-morning, high 36°.
• Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 40°.
• Sunday: Partly sunny, high 39°.
• Monday: Mostly cloudy, high 42°.
