Unsettled weather pattern kicks in for the weekend

The first week of June has brought plenty of sunshine and classic early summer warmth, with afternoon highs climbing into the low to mid-80s across Central and Eastern Kentucky. Friday kept that trend going but you could really feel the increase in the humidity. A stalled front just to our north did stir up scattered showers and storms—some of which were severe, bringing  gusty/damaging winds, torrential rain and lots of lightning to several spots.

Unfortunately, as we head into the weekend, that front isn’t going anywhere fast—and it’s going to keep us locked in a more unsettled weather pattern. But don’t worry—it’s not shaping up to be a total washout.

Saturday Storm Risk – Especially in Southern Kentucky

That stalled front will dip farther south on Saturday, increasing the chance for more showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. It won’t rain everywhere or all day, but it’s a good idea to keep the umbrella nearby, especially if you’re heading outdoors.

The Storm Prediction Center continues to highlight the strongest storm threat for far Southern Kentucky, particularly along and south of the KY-80 and Hal Rogers Parkway corridor, where a Level 2 severe risk is in place. Areas to the north are in a Level 1 risk, meaning the overall severe threat is lower, but a few strong storms are still possible. The main concern with any storm will be damaging winds and heavy downpours, which could lead to some localized flooding.

Temperatures should still feel summery, with highs near 80°, give or take a degree.

Sunday’s Weather: Not Quite the Dry Day We Hoped For

Earlier in the week, it looked like we might get a break from the rain on Sunday—but unfortunately, a wave of upper-level energy moving through the region will keep the chance for scattered storms in the mix. It doesn’t look like a washout, but showers and storms remain a possibility, especially during the afternoon and evening.

Highs will again hover around the 80-degree mark, but with humidity and intermittent clouds, it’ll still feel like early summer.

Another Front Early Next Week… But Relief on the Way

A cold front will push through on Monday, bringing another round of scattered showers and storms to start the week. But the silver lining? That same front will sweep out the moisture and usher in drier, more pleasant conditions by Tuesday.

Look for more sunshine and comfortable humidity levels as we head into the middle of next week, with highs settling into the upper 70s and low 80s—a little below average for mid-June, but still plenty pleasant as we near the end of the spring season.