Jackson, KY — A sharp drop in temperatures is set to impact eastern Kentucky Tuesday morning, triggering a freeze warning for much of the region, including Jackson and key routes like KY-15.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, a Freeze Warning is in effect from 2 a.m. to 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 8. Temperatures are expected to fall between 25°F and 30°F, putting crops, tender plants, and exposed pipes at serious risk. Residents are urged to cover plants, insulate outdoor plumbing, and avoid early morning travel if frost forms on roadways.
The warning spans eastern, northeastern, south-central, and southeastern Kentucky, covering counties such as Montgomery, Rowan, Whitley, Laurel, and Pulaski. Cities including Salyersville, Manchester, London, and Morehead are also included. Calm winds will accompany the cold, increasing the likelihood of frost formation in low-lying areas.
What to Expect Tuesday:
Expect a cold start with frost, followed by sunny skies and a high near 49°F. The cold rebounds by Tuesday night, with temps dropping again to 22°F, prompting widespread frost risk into Wednesday morning.
Extended 5-Day Jackson Forecast:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 63°F; frost possible before 8 a.m.
- Thursday: Showers likely after 10 a.m., high 65°F.
- Friday: 50% chance of showers before 2 a.m.; high 56°F, low near 36°F.
- Saturday: Partly cloudy, low around 38°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 66°F.
