Paducah, Kentucky – A punishing stretch of heat will grip Kentucky through the weekend, with heat index readings soaring into the upper 90s and little relief in sight until next week. Residents across the region can expect a relentless pattern of sunshine and daily highs in the low 90s, making outdoor activities potentially hazardous during peak afternoon hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, this hot and dry pattern will continue through Sunday, with heat index values peaking from 95 to 100 degrees each afternoon. The extended spell of dry weather means lawns and crops may quickly dry out, and fire danger could increase in some rural areas. Anyone working outdoors is urged to take frequent breaks, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors and pets.
Major highways including I-24, US-60, and surrounding county roads will remain clear, but the heat can take a toll on vehicle engines and tire pressure—drivers are encouraged to monitor conditions before travel. By Monday, a pattern change brings a daily chance for isolated thunderstorms and scattered showers, potentially offering much-needed relief but also a risk for localized lightning and gusty winds.
This run of high heat and humidity is expected to linger until at least midweek, with more updates and advisories possible as rain chances return.
Five Day Forecast for Paducah, Kentucky:
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 93°F, low 72°F
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 93°F, low 72°F
- Monday: Sunny, then slight chance of thunderstorms, high near 93°F, low 72°F
- Tuesday: Chance of thunderstorms, high near 91°F, low 73°F
- Wednesday: Chance of thunderstorms, high near 90°F, low 72°F
