Kentucky’s winter chill is easing fast this morning as sunlight spreads across Paducah and the Ohio River. The air still feels crisp, but temperatures are climbing toward 51 degrees by afternoon. Roads are dry, visibility is clear, and winds remain light from the north around 5 to 8 mph.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, skies turn mostly sunny through the day before clouds increase Thursday. Lows fall to around 30 degrees tonight, which could allow damp spots to refreeze in shaded areas. That brief freeze-thaw cycle can create slick pavement early Thursday, especially on rural roads and bridge decks.
Thursday brings increasing clouds and a high near 52. By Friday, sunshine returns with highs pushing 58 degrees. That is well above mid-February averages and signals a developing warm front across the central U.S.
Valentine’s Weekend turns more unsettled. A 50 percent chance of showers develops Saturday with highs near 54. Showers become likely Saturday night as temperatures hold near 46. Expect wet pavement and reduced visibility along I-24 and U.S. 60 at times. Plan extra travel time if heading out Saturday evening.
Rain chances linger into Sunday morning before partial clearing. Highs reach the mid-50s. Early next week, readings approach the lower 60s by Washington’s Birthday and climb toward the mid-60s Tuesday. Long-range trends show temperatures running 10 to 20 degrees above average, a clear February thaw pattern.
Five Day Outlook for Paducah, Kentucky:
Today: Becoming sunny, high near 51.
Tonight: Mostly clear, low around 30.
Thursday: Increasing clouds, high near 52.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 58.
Saturday: 50 percent chance of showers, high near 54.
