Paducah, KY – An unsettled weather pattern is set to impact eastern Missouri, southern Illinois, and western Kentucky through much of the upcoming week. Residents in these regions should prepare for daily chances of showers and thunderstorms, with temperatures forecasted to remain slightly below normal for this time of year.
According to the US National Weather Service Paducah, daily isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms will increase through next week. Heavy downpours and lightning are the primary concerns associated with these storms, and temperatures will continue to hover below the seasonal averages.
Today’s forecast predicts a high of 85°F in Paducah, with a 70% chance of rain. The temperatures will range between 68°F and 85°F. Monday through Wednesday will see partly cloudy skies with occasional sunshine and temperatures fluctuating between the low 60s to mid-80s. Showers are expected to taper off briefly mid-week, but the chance of rain returns by Thursday, with temperatures ranging from 70°F to 86°F.