LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Kentucky skies may glow with the Northern Lights tonight, offering a rare view for Louisville and surrounding communities. Residents across Jefferson County and along I-64 should also prepare for changing conditions, with scattered storms possible Tuesday afternoon.
According to NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center, a solar flare is fueling geomagnetic storms that could make auroras visible far south into Kentucky, Indiana, and Missouri. Clear skies tonight will be key, though increasing clouds could limit visibility by late Tuesday. The National Weather Service in Louisville warns isolated thunderstorms may bring brief downpours and gusty winds after 2 p.m. Tuesday, especially west of I-65.
Louisville will reach 82 degrees Tuesday with light south winds. Tuesday night brings a low near 60 and a 20 percent chance of showers. Storm chances rise into Wednesday with scattered showers likely through Thursday. Motorists should watch for slick spots on I-64 and I-65 during afternoon commutes midweek.
Residents planning to catch the aurora should seek dark, rural viewing spots away from city lights. Keep phones and devices charged in case storms interrupt power later this week.
Storm activity tapers Thursday night, with clearing skies and calmer conditions expected Friday into the weekend.
Warnings remain possible, and residents should monitor updates from the National Weather Service for midweek storm advisories.
Five-Day Forecast for Louisville, KY
- Tuesday: High 82, slight chance afternoon showers, Northern Lights possible overnight.
- Wednesday: High 82, scattered storms, breezy at times.
- Thursday: High 73, showers and storms likely, cooler evening.
- Friday: High 81, sunny, calm winds.
- Saturday: High 77, mostly sunny, pleasant early fall day.
