Paducah, KY – Record-breaking temperatures scorched the region Friday, setting the stage for a hot Labor Day weekend. Paducah reached 101°F, matching its record high from 2000, while Cape Girardeau, MO, hit 102°F, its hottest day since 2012. Evansville, IN, also tied a previous record of 101°F.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Paducah, a cold front is expected to bring relief over the weekend. Scattered thunderstorms are forecasted for Friday evening, with temperatures expected to drop by Saturday. Highs are anticipated to range from 81°F to 88°F, with more cooling into Sunday.
As Labor Day approaches, conditions will improve, with temperatures forecasted between 81°F and 87°F, promising a pleasant end to the holiday weekend.
The NWS advises caution during Friday’s remaining heat and the scattered storms, but cooler and more comfortable weather is on the horizon. This relief should provide an enjoyable Labor Day for residents across the region.
