Paducah, KY – Residents across Kentucky should prepare for a wet week ahead, as forecasters call for steady rainfall and cooler temperatures starting Monday.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, widespread rain is expected from Monday through Wednesday, with totals potentially exceeding 2 inches in many areas. Some localized spots could see over 3 inches before the end of the week. Rain chances may linger into Thursday and Friday, though coverage will be more scattered.
The incoming rainfall will be welcome news for regions struggling with ongoing drought conditions, forecasters said. Along with the rain, increased cloud cover will keep afternoon highs in the 70s, a notable drop after recent stretches in the 80s.
The 7-day rainfall forecast map highlights the heaviest precipitation likely across western and central Kentucky, though much of the surrounding region will also receive steady totals.
Officials caution drivers to watch for ponding on roads during periods of heavy downpours, particularly early to midweek when rainfall rates may be strongest.
This week’s wet weather should provide meaningful drought relief while offering a taste of fall with cooler daytime highs.
