Paducah, Kentucky — A warming trend is underway across western Kentucky and the Quad State, with temperatures climbing into the 60s by Tuesday before a cold front brings rain chances Tuesday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, temperatures will steadily rise beginning today and remain above normal through at least midweek. Many locations across western Kentucky, southern Illinois, southeast Missouri, and southwest Indiana could reach the lower to middle 60s on Tuesday, marking the warmest day of the stretch.
Forecast data shows daytime highs increasing through Tuesday, while overnight lows also trend upward, reducing the threat of freezing temperatures for most communities. The warming will be most noticeable along major corridors including Interstate 24 near Paducah, Interstate 55 near Cape Girardeau, and Interstate 69 near Evansville, where dry travel conditions are expected through Tuesday afternoon.
Tuesday night, a cold front is forecast to move through the region, bringing a chance for rain showers. Rain probabilities increase Tuesday evening and overnight, though widespread severe weather is not indicated at this time. Rain amounts and coverage will depend on how quickly the front moves through the area.
Beyond Tuesday, forecasters note that unsettled weather may persist later in the week, with additional chances for rain as temperatures remain above seasonal averages. While exact timing remains uncertain, the pattern favors continued mild conditions rather than a return to winter cold.
The warming trend is especially relevant for commuters, students, and outdoor workers, as lighter jackets may be sufficient during afternoon hours, though evenings will still feel cooler.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts, particularly if planning travel Tuesday night when rain may affect road conditions along I-24, I-57, and U.S. Highway 60.
