Cold and dry conditions continue, with some hope for next week

Black ice possible this morning, cold pattern continues

Falling temperatures into the 20s are creating a black ice risk for the morning commute, especially on bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads. Any leftover moisture from earlier precipitation or mist may refreeze, leading to slick spots. While freezing drizzle has been limited, patchy fog and damp surfaces could still cause issues early.

Conditions remain mainly dry through midweek, though low clouds will linger and keep temperatures below normal. Afternoon highs range from the mid 20s to low 30s, and a steady north wind will keep wind chills in the 20s.

Cold through Thursday, warmer by Friday

High pressure keeps dry weather in place through Thursday. Overnight clearing could allow temperatures to dip into the teens, and many locations will struggle to reach 30 degrees again Thursday afternoon.

A gradual warm-up begins late in the week as a fast-moving system approaches. Highs climb into the low to mid 40s by Friday, with a chance for light precipitation, mainly across the Bluegrass and east of I-75. Precipitation would likely fall as light snow or a rain/snow mix, with limited impacts expected at this time.

Milder trend into the weekend

Dry weather is expected into the weekend, with temperatures continuing to moderate. Highs range from the 30s north to near 40 south, with readings pushing into the 40s and possibly 50s early next week, signaling an end to the prolonged cold stretch.