Pleasant spring weather continues into the mid-week
A few isolated storms may pop up down south but otherwise Wednesday looks nice
It was a delightful day across Central and Eastern Kentucky on Tuesday with bright skies, a few high clouds and seasonably warm temperatures giving us the kind of spring weather we dream about. Thanks to high pressure anchoring over the Ohio Valley, winds were light out of the east and afternoon highs climbed into the low 70s—just a few degrees above our average for late April. After a soggy start to the week, the filtered sunshine was a welcome sight.
More Warmth and Spotty Storm Chances Midweek
Wednesday is shaping up to be another pleasant one, with highs climbing further into the upper 70s under mostly sunny skies. However, a stalled frontal boundary hanging out to our south may try to sneak a little extra moisture back into southern parts of the state. That means we can’t entirely rule out an isolated shower or thunderstorm, especially near the KY/TN line during the afternoon. Most spots will stay dry, but if you’re in Southern Kentucky, keep an eye on the radar just in case a quick storm pops up.
Rain and Storms Ramp Up for the End of the Week
By Thursday, we start transitioning back into a more unsettled weather pattern. A warm front lifting north through the Ohio Valley will draw in more moisture, leading to a few scattered showers and thunderstorms. It won’t be an all-day rain by any means, and many of us will still manage to reach highs in the upper 70s.
Friday is the day to really watch for more widespread rain and storm activity. A low-pressure system tracking through the region will tap into deeper Gulf moisture, increasing our chances for numerous rounds of showers and storms. Severe weather isn’t a major concern at this time, but locally heavy rainfall could be an issue in spots.
Weekend Outlook: Damp Start, Pleasant Finish
Rain may linger into Saturday morning as a cold front sweeps across the state, but things should start drying out as we head into the afternoon. Cooler and less humid air will follow behind the front, keeping afternoon highs comfortable in the low 70s.
Sunday looks like the pick of the weekend with dry conditions and highs in the mid 70s. But don’t get too comfortable—another system could bring showers back to the forecast as early as Monday.
Tuesday Night: A few clouds and pleasantly cool. Lows in the upper-40s to around 50 degrees. Wind: E 5 mph.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny and warmer, an isolated storms far south. Highs in the upper-70s to around 80 degrees. Wind: E 5 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear and mild. Lows in the upper-50s. Wind: E 5 mph.
