Paducah, Kentucky – Gray skies press low over western Kentucky this morning as fog clings to river valleys and headlights glow through mist. Damp pavement and light drizzle are already slowing early travel, setting the tone for a busy holiday week. While winter officially arrived, this stretch feels more like late fall, though slick spots remain possible during early drives.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, patchy fog lingers through mid-morning, with occasional drizzle possible before late afternoon. Visibility has dipped below two miles at times near Barkley Regional Airport, and roads across McCracken and Livingston counties remain damp. Southwest winds increase later today, helping thin the fog but keeping clouds locked in place.
Temperatures climb into the mid-60s this afternoon, well above seasonal norms. That warmth continues through Christmas Day, with highs near 70 on Wednesday and low 70s Thursday and Friday. For now, winter weather stays north, but meteorologists continue watching systems that could introduce rain or a brief temperature drop late in the weekend.
Christmas travel across western Kentucky looks mostly cooperative. By Friday, skies turn partly sunny with highs in the low to mid-70s, favoring smooth travel on I-24, U.S. 60, and the Purchase Parkway. Still, early mornings bring cooler air, and lingering moisture could allow brief slick spots on bridges.
Drivers should allow extra time this morning, use low beams in fog, and stay alert near waterways. Conditions improve quickly after mid-morning, but winter’s unpredictability remains in play as December closes. Traveling this week? Share what road conditions look like where you are.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Paducah, Kentucky
- Today: Chance of drizzle and patchy fog, high near 66
- Wednesday: Slight chance of showers, then mostly cloudy, high near 68
- Christmas Day: Mostly cloudy, warmer, high near 71
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy, mild, high near 73
- Friday: Partly sunny, breezy at times, high near 73
