Kentucky greets the morning under low gray clouds, with damp air and wet pavement hinting at change. A mild start gives way to a sharper winter edge as rain, wind, and colder air line up over the next two days.
According to the National Weather Service, Louisville begins the day near 48 degrees with overcast skies. Conditions improve briefly as clouds thin later today, allowing some sunshine and highs near 51 degrees. Roads stay mostly dry through the afternoon, offering a short window for errands and travel.
That window narrows quickly tonight. Clouds return and scattered showers develop, becoming more widespread Thursday. Rain intensity increases through the day, with gusty winds pushing water across lanes on I-64, I-65, and I-71. Visibility drops at times, especially during heavier showers. Plan extra drive time and keep headlights on during daytime rain.
By Thursday night into Friday, colder air presses in. Temperatures fall toward the upper 20s, raising concern for a rain-to-flurries changeover and a growing flash-freeze risk. Even light precipitation can leave slick spots once pavement freezes. Bridges, ramps, and shaded roads will ice first before sunrise Friday.
Friday turns brighter but colder. Sunshine returns, yet highs reach only the mid-30s, and the air feels brisk. Any leftover moisture may refreeze early, creating hidden hazards for morning commuters. This marks a clear Winter tease as stronger systems bring heavy snow and high winds to parts of the Midwest and Great Lakes.
Looking ahead to Christmas travel, Saturday moderates with partial sunshine and highs near 51 degrees, making it the most favorable travel day. Clouds increase Saturday night, followed by another chance of showers Sunday as temperatures cool again.
Five-Day Outlook for Louisville
- Today: Becoming sunny, high near 51
- Thursday: Rain and breezy, high near 57
- Friday: Sunny, colder, high near 35
- Saturday: Partly sunny, milder, high near 51
- Sunday: Partly sunny, scattered showers, high near 47
