PADUCAH, Ky. – The region wakes to crisp, still air under a clear predawn sky, the kind of quiet that precedes a major shift in Kentucky’s November weather. After a cool start, temperatures will surge through the late week — a welcome burst of fall warmth before showers and possible storms arrive by the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, Thursday will stay mostly sunny with highs near 66°F. By Friday, a southerly breeze will pull in warmer air, pushing temperatures into the low to mid-70s — nearly 10 degrees above average for mid-November. Those planning outdoor chores, travel, or early decorating will find ideal conditions through Friday evening.
But the pattern turns more active late Saturday as a cold front sweeps across western Kentucky. Clouds will increase through the day with gusty southwest winds up to 25 mph and a chance of showers developing after sunset. Rain becomes more widespread Saturday night, possibly lingering into early Sunday before drier air returns.
The warm-cool swing will be noticeable — highs near 77°F Saturday will tumble back toward the upper 50s by Sunday and the low 60s early next week. While no severe weather is expected, localized downpours could briefly impact travel along I-24, I-69, and U.S. 60 late Saturday into Sunday morning.
Residents should secure lightweight outdoor items before winds pick up and use Friday’s mild stretch to prep gutters and drainage ahead of the rain. Models hint at another front late Monday into Tuesday that could reinforce cooler air just in time for early Thanksgiving week — a sign that fall’s final act is giving way to winter’s edge.
Five-Day Forecast for Paducah, KY:
Thu: 66/48 – Mostly sunny, light winds.
Fri: 73/58 – Mostly sunny, warm; increasing clouds late.
Sat: 77/54 – Breezy; 30% chance of evening showers.
Sun: 65/43 – Partly sunny; lingering rain early, cooler breeze.
Mon: 65/48 – Mostly cloudy; chance of showers late, gradual cooldown.
