Kentucky residents should prepare for an active weather pattern this week, with rain, storms, and a midweek cooldown affecting Louisville and surrounding areas. Temperatures will be mild early in the week before dropping as a cold front moves through by Wednesday night.
According to the National Weather Service, Monday will be mostly sunny with a high near 53°F, offering a pleasant start to the workweek. Clouds increase by evening, setting the stage for a 40% chance of showers early Tuesday morning. Winds will pick up, with gusts reaching 32 mph by Tuesday afternoon.
Tuesday night will see widespread showers and a possible thunderstorm between 10 p.m. and 1 a.m. New rainfall amounts could reach up to three-quarters of an inch. Temperatures will remain mild, with a low around 49°F.
By Wednesday, rain will continue, with an 80% chance of showers in the morning and a high near 56°F. Breezy conditions will accompany the storms. Wednesday night brings the possibility of rain transitioning into a mix of rain and snow, with a low of 32°F.
Thursday looks drier, with mostly sunny skies and a high of 47°F. However, another system may bring rain chances back by Friday, with cooler temperatures in the upper 30s to low 50s heading into the weekend.
Drivers should be cautious on roadways, especially Tuesday night and Wednesday, when rain and gusty winds could create hazardous conditions. Keep an eye on local forecasts for updates on potential midweek snow.
