Cold and possibly icy Monday morning, but relief is on the way

Watch for ice and cold temps Monday morning

A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect until 10 AM EST Monday. This is due to temperatures in the single digits. The good news is that winds are calm to start. However, by late morning when temperatures begin to rise to the teens, winds start to pick up, and our feels-like temps remain in the single digits. Frostbite can take effect in as little as 30 minutes, so be sure to wear layers. Have the hats, coats, scarves, and gloves all on as you head outside, along with multiple layers under the coat.

You’ll also want to watch for some ice this morning, especially on sidewalks and driveways. Weekend snow was able to melt in the Sunday sunshine, and might have refrozen overnight. Watch for black ice on the roads, especially side roads, overpasses, and bridges. If you see a spot that looks darker, wet, or shiny, then proceed with caution. Luckily, most roads should be clear, especially main roads and highways/interstates.

Temperatures warm slowly through mid-week

By Tuesday, highs will be in the upper 30s. Wednesday looks closer to average in the mid-40s. Thursday is when things get a bit crazy, as we will be above average by about 10 degrees! It will be a near 20-degree temperature swing from Monday’s high of 29 to Thursday’s high of 52.

Alongside the warm-up, we’ll see a chance for rain. A cold front will push through the Bluegrass, bringing along showers and a few gusty winds. We can’t rule out a rumble of thunder as well. Temperatures on the backside of the cold front will drop to the 20s, and may chance snow briefly into a few flurries. As of now, we’re not expecting any impacts from our storm or snow chances.

Warmer still for the weekend and beyond

By the weekend, temperatures will have recovered from Friday’s cool-down. We’ll be back above average and feeling mild in the 50s. Looking at forecast trends for next week, the odds aren’t great for a white Christmas. Temperatures across the country are trending above average through next week, meaning we may continue to see the 50s. This still has plenty of time to change, so don’t lose hope just yet. However, my forecast outlook for Christmas is mild and likely dry.