Kentucky – A mild, humid breeze moves across the Ohio River basin this morning as dim, early sunshine filters through patchy clouds above Paducah. Leaves shuffle across driveways, and the warm November air feels more like late October, creating an odd contrast for residents preparing for early Thanksgiving travel. Drivers should remain alert for rapid weather changes by late Monday, especially as showers start building toward a wetter Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service Paducah office, today’s warmth will hold through Sunday with highs well into the 70s. According to forecasters, a ridge of high pressure keeps skies bright through the weekend, giving residents a solid window for leaf cleanup or early holiday decorating. Southerly winds should stay manageable, though gusts may increase slightly each afternoon.
According to local emergency managers, residents heading out for early travel should expect a notable shift late Monday. Clouds will thicken after sunset as a developing system pushes toward the Mississippi Valley. While most communities stay dry until late Monday night, the air will cool just enough to trigger a Fall Cold Snap, lowering temperatures into the lower 50s before dawn Tuesday.
Models hint at steadier rainfall Tuesday as the system strengthens. Commuters on I-24 and US-62 should plan for slower travel, reduced visibility, and possible ponding during the heaviest bands. No Winter hazards are expected, but the rain surge acts as an early Winter Tease, signaling stronger November storms that often appear in the days leading up to Thanksgiving.
For now, the region enjoys warm, steady sunshine today and Sunday before a clear pattern change arrives Monday evening. Anyone preparing for holiday trips should monitor timing shifts and expect a wetter, cooler feel as we move deeper into the month.
Five-Day Forecast for Paducah, KY:
Sat: 76/48 – Mostly sunny; warm November day.
Sun: 63/37 – Sunny; light north breeze.
Mon: 63/50 – Mostly sunny; clouds building late.
Tue: 74/52 – Rain likely; slower travel.
Wed: 68/54 – Chance showers; mild and unsettled.
