Louisville, KY – Temperatures will drop close to freezing overnight, creating a brief window for frost and potential plant damage before a rapid warmup begins Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Louisville, lows will fall into the low to mid-30s by early Wednesday morning, with the coldest readings expected in low-lying areas of southern Indiana and north-central Kentucky between 4 a.m. and 8 a.m. Patchy frost is possible, especially in rural locations.
Daytime conditions today remain cool and dry, with highs near 55°F in Louisville, 53°F in Lexington, and low 60s in Bowling Green. Roads across I-64, I-65, and I-71 will remain dry, though early morning commuters Wednesday should watch for isolated cold spots on bridges.
Temperatures rebound quickly Wednesday afternoon into the low 70s, continuing to climb into the upper 70s and low 80s by Friday and into the weekend. Cities across the region, including Elizabethtown and Frankfort, will see a steady warming trend.
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms returns Friday into Saturday, though confidence remains low. Residents should protect sensitive plants tonight, with warmer and more active spring weather ahead.
