Paducah and surrounding areas will experience warmer temperatures early this week before rain and possible thunderstorms arrive Wednesday and Wednesday night.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Paducah, daytime highs will reach the low 70s through midweek before dropping into the 50s by the weekend. Rain chances increase significantly on Wednesday, with some areas seeing a 55% chance of precipitation by the afternoon and evening. Thunderstorms are also possible.
Cities such as Owensboro, Paducah, and Mount Vernon could see scattered showers beginning late Tuesday night, with heavier rainfall expected Wednesday. By Thursday, rain chances diminish, leading into a cooler weekend with lows in the 30s and highs in the 50s.
Drivers should prepare for slick roads Wednesday evening, and residents are encouraged to stay updated on potential storm developments. The NWS advises keeping an eye on changing forecasts as the system moves through the region.
