Paducah, Kentucky – Forecast confidence remains limited, but weather officials say winter weather impacts are possible Friday night into Saturday as cold air presses south into the Paducah region.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, long-range forecast models continue to show a consistent signal for a winter storm setup late this week. While exact details remain unclear, accumulating snow and/or ice are possible, depending on how the storm track and cold air alignment evolve.
NWS graphics indicate a low to moderate probability of impactful snowfall across western Kentucky, with outcomes ranging from light snow to amounts sufficient to create travel problems. Forecasters stress that the event is still several days away and that location, snowfall totals, and precipitation type remain uncertain.
Cold conditions are expected to continue through tonight, with skies gradually clearing. Very cold air moving in from the north could suppress the storm track farther south, which would limit snowfall locally. However, if the system shifts north, Paducah could see enough snow to affect roads, especially late Friday night and early Saturday.
If snow develops, hazardous travel conditions could emerge on area roadways, including Interstate 24, U.S. Highway 60, U.S. Highway 62, and local bridges and overpasses, which tend to become slick first during winter events. Impacts would be most likely during overnight and early morning travel periods.
The National Weather Service cautions against locking in specific snowfall amounts this far out, emphasizing that forecast confidence will improve as the weekend approaches. Residents are encouraged to monitor forecast updates closely and review winter travel plans in advance.
Commuters, students, and weekend travelers should remain alert to changing conditions late Friday into Saturday, particularly if colder air and snow coincide during peak travel hours.
