Cold and quiet before snow chances return Friday

Cold and quiet conditions ahead

Cold air remains in place across the Bluegrass with a mix of clouds and occasional clearing. Temperatures vary widely depending on cloud cover, with some areas starting much colder where skies briefly clear. Any patchy fog developing in low-lying areas may be slow to lift early, but widespread impacts are not expected. Clouds increase through the day, keeping temperatures below normal, with afternoon highs ranging from the upper 20s north to the low and mid 30s farther south. Winds stay light, allowing the cold to linger into the evening. Overnight temperatures remain chilly, but not as extreme as earlier, generally settling back into the 20s.

Winter weather chances increase Friday

A fast-moving system approaches Friday, bringing a chance for winter weather, mainly across southeast Indiana and northeast Kentucky. The best chance for snow will be east on I-75, and along/north of I-64.

Precipitation develops late in the morning and continues into the afternoon, with snow more likely in the colder northern and eastern areas and rain/wintry mix to the southwest.

Snow accumulations are expected to remain light, with most locations seeing less than one inch. Most of the Bluegrass could see trace amounts to a few tenths of an inch. Winds increase as the cold front moves through, with gusts of 15 to 25 mph possible, adding to the chilly feel and reducing visibility at times.

Behind the front, temperatures drop quickly Friday night, falling into the teens. Lake-enhanced snow bands may bring brief periods of light snow. While accumulations should remain minor, rapidly falling temperatures could allow slick spots to develop on untreated roads by early Saturday.

Cold and calm weekend

The weekend begins with another push of cold air settling into the region.

Saturday is expected to be dry but cold, with a mix of sun and clouds depending on how much low-level moisture lingers. High temperatures remain well below normal, generally ranging from the 20s to the lower 30s. Any light snow that falls late Friday or Friday night could leave behind slick spots early Saturday, especially on untreated roads and elevated surfaces.

By Sunday, temperatures begin a slow rebound, though conditions will vary across the region. Northeastern areas may stay cooler, while southwestern portions of the Bluegrass warm more noticeably. Despite the warming trend, Sunday remains dry for most, setting the stage for a milder and quieter start to the new week.

We may be able to see a few flurries on Sunday in the northeast if a system tracking through Michigan and Wisconsicsinks to the south. But for now, we look to stay mostly dry.

Milder and more active pattern next week

Early next week brings a noticeable shift toward milder temperatures as winds turn more southerly and high pressure moves east.

 Highs climb back into the 40s and may push even higher in some locations.

Dry weather is expected to start the week, allowing for improved travel and outdoor conditions.

By the middle of the week, a stronger system approaches from the west, bringing the next chance for widespread precipitation. With temperatures expected to be above normal, precipitation will likely fall as rain rather than snow. This midweek system may signal the beginning of a more active stretch of weather heading into late next week.