More showers and storms on the way to end the week

After a string of soggy and stormy days, Thursday brought a welcome change of pace across Central and Eastern Kentucky. Positioned between storm systems to our east and west, the region enjoyed a mostly dry and pleasant day. Sunshine broke through the clouds at times after some early morning fog, allowing afternoon temperatures to climb into the mid-70s. While a few isolated showers and thunderstorms bubbled up across southern and southeastern Kentucky through the day, most of us managed to stay dry—a brief but appreciated break from the recent active pattern.

Soaking Start to Friday with Some Storms

Don’t forget the rain gear for Friday, as we’re back to an unsettled setup to close out the final weekday of May. A developing area of low pressure will track right through Kentucky, bringing widespread showers and some thunderstorms—especially during the morning commute. Pockets of moderate to heavy rain could lead to some brief ponding on roads, so plan on some extra travel time early in the day. There’s even a low-end severe threat for parts of southern Kentucky, where conditions could briefly support gusty winds or even a quick spin-up tornado. As a result the Storm Prediction Center has put that part of the state in a Level 1 severe risk (out of 5) for Friday. By the afternoon, rain chances become more scattered and should begin to taper off by evening. Temperatures will be held in check again, with highs around 70° thanks to the clouds and rain-cooled air.

Wrapping Up May on a Milder Note

Saturday is shaping up to be a decent day overall, especially compared to the rain-soaked stretches we’ve seen recently. Some upper-level energy swinging through could spark a few spotty showers during the afternoon, but most areas will stay dry. If you’ve got outdoor plans to wrap up the month of May, you’re probably safe to go ahead with them—just keep the umbrella nearby, just in case. Afternoon highs will feel comfortable, landing in the mid-70s.

June Begins with a Hint of Summer

We’ll kick off June on Sunday with another round of pleasant, albeit slightly cooler-than-average weather. A weak cold front sliding in from the north could spark a few showers, but rain chances remain limited. Temperatures will continue to hover in the mid-70s under a mix of sun and clouds.

Then, a long-awaited warm-up takes hold as high pressure builds over the region early next week. That will lead to drier weather and the return of sunshine—along with a taste of summer. Afternoon highs will climb into the low 80s by Monday, then into the mid-80s by Tuesday. After weeks of cooler-than-normal conditions, it looks like Mother Nature is finally ready to flip the seasonal switch.