Paducah, KY – A winter storm is set to blanket western Kentucky with snow starting late Thursday evening into early Friday morning, prompting travel warnings. Up to 5 inches of snow is expected in the Paducah area, with significant impacts likely along I-24.
According to the National Weather Service, accumulating snow will begin between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. Friday, with heavier snowfall impacting the morning commute. Drivers should plan for slippery roads and reduced visibility. Travel is strongly discouraged during the storm’s peak hours unless absolutely necessary.
A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until midnight Friday, covering southern Illinois, western Kentucky, southeast Missouri, and southwest Indiana. Snowfall is projected to range from 3 to 5 inches, with higher totals near the Arkansas and Tennessee borders.
Following the storm, temperatures will remain cold, with Friday’s high near 33°F and a low around 22°F. The weekend will bring partly sunny skies, with highs in the mid-30s Saturday and upper 30s Sunday. Roads may stay hazardous into Saturday morning, so caution is advised when venturing out.
The National Weather Service advises residents to stock up on essentials, check road conditions via weather.gov/roads, and prepare emergency kits for vehicles. Those traveling should keep flashlights, food, and water in case of delays.
Spotters are encouraged to report local snowfall totals to assist forecasters. For updates, monitor the National Weather Service and local advisories.
Five-Day Forecast for Paducah, KY
• Friday: Snow, high 33°F, low 22°F.
• Saturday: Partly sunny, high 34°F, low 21°F.
• Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 39°F, low 25°F.
• Monday: Mostly sunny, high 33°F, low 16°F.
• Tuesday: Sunny, high 32°F, low 18°F.
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