Louisville, KY – A cold, gray sky greets Kentucky this morning, heavy with damp air and the kind of chill that bites just ahead of winter’s return. Pavement glistens from light rain, but colder air is already lurking to the north — and it’s set to bring a taste of snow before December fully arrives.
According to the National Weather Service in Louisville, a wintry mix of rain and snow is expected Monday night into early Tuesday, especially north and east of the metro. Temperatures will dip near 29°F, allowing 1–2 inches of wet snow to accumulate on grassy and elevated surfaces. While major travel disruptions aren’t expected yet, slick spots are possible for the Tuesday morning commute.
Meteorologists say all precipitation types are possible — first rain, then a brief changeover to snow as colder air rushes in behind a passing front. Winds may also shift northwest, bringing a crisp chill that holds through midweek.
Drivers returning from Thanksgiving travel should plan extra time, especially along I-65, I-64, and I-71, where reduced visibility or refreeze could cause delays.
Five-Day Outlook:
- Monday: Mostly sunny early, then rain late, high 39°F.
- Monday Night: Rain to snow mix, 1–2″ possible, low 29°F.
- Tuesday: Chance of flurries early, clearing late, high 34°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, cold, high 39°F.
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy, low 27°F, chance of snow showers.
This marks one of Kentucky’s first “Winter Teases” of the season — a reminder that icy mornings and quick weather shifts are now the norm. Keep layers ready and watch for black ice after sunset as wet roads refreeze.
