The National Weather Service in Paducah reports that after a stretch of seasonably mild weather, significant changes are on the horizon. For much of the current workweek, temperatures are expected to trend well above average, bringing more of the warmer days many have been enjoying.
The main weather story, however, is the growing threat of rain and thunderstorms toward the end of the week. Periods of precipitation are expected to begin Thursday and continue through Friday evening.
Forecasters warn of a risk for severe weather, particularly Thursday night, although the severity will depend on how certain atmospheric conditions develop. There is also a smaller, lingering risk for isolated severe storms, especially over southwest Kentucky on Friday afternoon.
Along with the unsettled weather, widespread rain is likely, with some localized areas at risk of heavier downpours between Thursday afternoon and Friday night. The potential for limited flooding is being closely monitored.
Looking ahead to the weekend, the weather pattern is expected to shift, bringing cooler temperatures by early Sunday. Drier conditions are forecast to return early next week as high pressure builds back into the region.