LOUISVILLE, Ky. – A stretch of dry, sunny weather will continue across Kentucky into the holiday weekend, giving residents a break before storm chances return early next week. Afternoon highs will sit in the low 80s with cooler, comfortable nights through Labor Day.
According to the National Weather Service in Louisville, skies remain clear today with a high near 82°F, followed by a mostly clear night dipping to 60°F. Winds stay light, providing ideal conditions for outdoor events, college football tailgates, and late-summer festivals.
The pleasant pattern holds Friday through Sunday, with highs in the low 80s and lows in the upper 50s. Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green should all enjoy dry conditions for Labor Day gatherings, though forecasters caution that scattered showers could return as early as Monday afternoon.
Travelers returning from the holiday should watch for changing conditions, as rain chances climb to 30% Monday through Wednesday. While no severe weather is expected at this time, isolated downpours could slow commutes and disrupt outdoor activities.
Clear skies dominate the weekend, but Kentuckians are urged to keep an eye on early-week forecasts as rain makes a comeback.
Five Day Forecast for Louisville, KY
- Friday: Sunny, high near 83°F, low around 56°F.
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 81°F, low around 57°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 81°F, low around 57°F.
- Labor Day (Monday): Mostly sunny early, 30% chance of afternoon showers, high near 81°F, low around 60°F.
- Tuesday: 30% chance of showers, partly cloudy, high near 82°F.
