Paducah, Kentucky – Frost coats rooftops and windshields across western Kentucky this Veterans Day morning, sparkling under a clear, quiet sky. The temperature dips to 24°F — the kind of cold that snaps you awake before sunrise — but sunshine is already waiting on the horizon, signaling a quick turnaround for the rest of the week.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, the region will warm rapidly after this morning’s freeze. Highs climb into the low 50s today under bright skies and a light southwest breeze. For those attending outdoor ceremonies or parades, expect crisp but comfortable conditions by late morning, though jackets remain essential.
From there, the pattern flips. By Wednesday, sunshine dominates and highs jump into the mid-60s. Winds remain light, roads dry, and travel smooth across I-24 and the Purchase Parkway — a welcome stretch of calm for mid-November. Thursday stays mild near 65°F, while Friday could reach the mid-70s before clouds increase late in the day.
Looking ahead, a few isolated showers may develop Friday night into early Saturday, marking the leading edge of another weak front. Rain chances remain low and brief, so outdoor plans should hold, but the front may cool things slightly heading into Sunday.
After all, this is fall’s last act before winter’s previews begin. With Thanksgiving approaching, residents should use this mild spell for outdoor cleanup, travel prep, or early decorating — because late November models hint at a colder, wetter shift.
Five-Day Outlook for Paducah, KY:
Mon: 52/23 – Sunny; cold morning start.
Tue: 65/38 – Clear and mild.
Wed: 65/37 – Sunny, calm winds.
Thu: 65/48 – Mostly sunny; warm.
Fri: 74/56 – Partly cloudy; brief showers late.
