Paducah, Ky. – A stretch of hot and humid weather will grip western Kentucky through the weekend, pushing heat index values into the upper 90s and making outdoor activities potentially dangerous during peak afternoon hours. Highs from today through Monday will hover between 90 and 93 degrees, paired with August humidity levels that could make it feel closer to 100.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, skies will stay mostly sunny through Sunday, with only light breezes to offer relief. Isolated showers or storms may develop Monday afternoon, but more widespread scattered thunderstorms are expected Tuesday and possibly into Wednesday.
Communities from Mayfield to Henderson should prepare for warm evenings and little overnight cooling, which can pose health risks for vulnerable residents. The combination of heat and humidity means staying hydrated and limiting strenuous outdoor work during midday is essential. Drivers should also be alert for slick roads when storms return early next week.
The NWS says the hot pattern should ease slightly by midweek as storms increase, but temperatures will remain near 90 degrees. Additional weather updates will be issued as Tuesday’s storm potential becomes clearer.
Five-Day Forecast for Paducah, KY
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, highs 90–93°
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, highs 90–93°
- Monday: Isolated shower or storm possible, highs 90–93°
- Tuesday: Scattered showers and storms, highs 89–91°
- Wednesday: Partly cloudy with scattered storms, highs near 90°
