Louisville, Kentucky – Wind pushes rain sideways across intersections this morning as low clouds race overhead. The air feels unseasonably warm, but the mood turns unsettled as storms sweep quickly through the Ohio Valley.
According to the National Weather Service in Louisville, scattered to numerous showers and embedded thunderstorms are moving from southwest to northeast across southern Indiana and central Kentucky. Some storms may produce strong to damaging wind gusts, reaching 30 to 40 mph in the strongest cells. A brief spin-up tornado cannot be ruled out, though the primary concern remains wind damage.
In the Louisville metro, rain and storms continue through the morning hours. Sudden gusts may knock down tree limbs, push unsecured objects, and cause brief power interruptions. Drivers on I-64, I-65, and I-71 should be alert for ponding on roadways and rapidly changing visibility. High-profile vehicles may struggle during the strongest gusts.
Conditions begin to settle later as storms move east. Clouds linger, but winds ease heading into the evening. Temperatures drop quickly behind the system, signaling a sharp pattern change. What feels mild now will not last long.
Saturday brings another round of showers, though impacts look more limited. By Saturday night, colder air locks in. Sunday turns brighter but colder, with highs only in the mid-30s. Any leftover moisture may refreeze, raising the risk of black ice during early travel.
Early next week looks quieter and drier. Sunshine returns Monday, but cold mornings persist. Winter regains control as January presses on, even as daylight slowly increases toward month’s end.
Residents should secure outdoor items and remain weather-aware this morning. Seeing strong winds or storm damage where you are? Share what conditions look like in your area.
Five-Day Outlook for Louisville, Kentucky
- Today: Showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds; high near 66
- Saturday: Showers likely; high near 53
- Sunday: Mostly sunny and colder; high near 35
- Monday: Sunny; high near 44
- Tuesday: Partly sunny; high near 52
