Paducah, KY – Residents in western Kentucky should prepare for showers and strong winds Monday evening, with gusts up to 30 mph expected along I-24. A significant drop in temperatures will follow this system, bringing frost concerns by midweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, scattered showers will intensify into the evening, with widespread rain likely overnight. Winds will shift from the south, with sustained speeds of 10-20 mph and gusts reaching 30 mph. Tonight’s low will hover around 62°F, ahead of a cold front that brings drastic changes starting Tuesday night.
Tuesday will begin with lingering light rain, clearing by midday as sunny skies return. Daytime highs will reach the low 70s, but much colder air arrives by Wednesday morning. Wind chill values are forecasted to dip into the 20s across the region.
By Thursday, temperatures will peak at just 50°F, with overnight lows in the mid-30s. Breezy conditions will persist throughout the week, with northwest winds gusting to 20 mph. Residents are advised to secure outdoor furniture and monitor frost-sensitive plants during this period.
Looking ahead, sunny and clear skies are expected Friday and Saturday, though highs will remain below average at around 51°F. Travelers along I-24 should be prepared for potentially reduced visibility during tonight’s rain and gusty winds.
