Kentucky – Frost clings to rooftops and parked cars across western Kentucky this morning as winter tightens its grip early. Crisp air, calm skies, and sub-freezing temperatures create prime conditions for icy patches on untreated roads and shaded surfaces, especially during the morning drive.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, temperatures started the day near 29 degrees with clear skies and light winds. While sunshine helps later, pavement temperatures lag behind air temperatures, allowing slick spots to linger through mid-morning. Drivers should slow down on bridges and rural roads where cold air settles fastest.
By Saturday, a noticeable warmup arrives. Afternoon highs climb into the mid-50s with sunshine and gusty southwest winds. That warmth melts remaining frost and moisture, but it also sets up a classic winter transition. When temperatures fall again Saturday night into Sunday morning, refreezing becomes possible in low-lying areas.
Sunday stays mostly sunny but cooler, with highs near the upper 40s. Monday turns milder again, reaching the low 50s before clouds increase. By Monday night into Tuesday, a developing system brings a chance for showers. While temperatures remain above freezing for now, meteorologists are watching how quickly colder air follows behind it later next week.
That pattern matters for Christmas travel. Models hint at a warm-to-cool shift heading toward Thursday, which could open the door for a rain-to-snow changeover if colder air arrives faster than expected. It’s an early winter tease, but one worth tracking as holiday plans ramp up.
Plan extra time during chilly mornings, watch for slick spots early, and stay weather-aware as December’s momentum builds. Traveling soon? Let us know what conditions look like where you are.
Five Day Outlook for Paducah, Kentucky
• Saturday: Sunny, high near 56
• Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 48
• Monday: Partly sunny, high near 52
• Tuesday: Chance of showers, high near 61
• Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 67
