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Articles by Tom Ackerman
Scattered Rain and Isolated Snow Showers Friday
Moisture streaming into the Commonwealth thanks to a northwest wind tapping into Lake Michigan will continue to spark scattered rain showers Friday. With highs in the mid to upper 40s we could see isolated snow showers mixing in at times. The most likely place to see a few flakes will be in the higher elevations of our southeastern mountain counties. Beyond the precipitation, Friday will be cloudy, breezy and chilly.
A Few Late Day Showers and Storms Veterans Day
Veterans Day will stay in the 60s but we'll see increasing clouds (mostly to partly sunny) with a few late day showers and storms. Watch for isolated strong/severe storms, mainly west, that could produce strong wind gusts and locally heavy rain. As the cold front departs, much colder air follows with highs crashing to the low 50s Thursday. We'll also end up mostly cloudy with scattered rain showers through the day.
Still Sunny and Warm Tuesday
Another unseasonably warm and sunny day is on the way Tuesday with highs in the upper 60s, pushing 70°. Enjoy it while you can! We're still in the 60s Veterans Day but we'll see increasing clouds with a few showers and storms firing up late Wednesday. Rain showers are likely Thursday with highs falling to around 50°. Colder air continues to pour into the Commonwealth this weekend, expect highs bottoming out in the 40s Friday with sprinkles and flurries possible.
Sunny and Above Normal through Veterans Day
Enjoy the next few days; we have a substantial cold shot on the move later this week. Sunshine and above normal highs in the mid to upper 60s will hold Monday through Veterans Day. Multiple cold fronts track through Thursday into Friday, sparking scattered rain showers Thursday and tanking the temperature into the weekend. We could see flurries as the system departs Thursday night into Friday morning.
A November Chill Settles in this Weekend
After record warmth and record rainfall this week, we'll settle into a quiet, dry and very November feeling weekend as we continue to cool down. Expect increasing clouds Friday with isolated showers possible. Highs will top out in the upper 50s in the Bluegrass and low to mid 60s southeast. Clouds break overnight and allow lows to drop to the mid 30s with patchy frost possible Saturday morning. Saturday night will trend even colder with clear skies and lows around freezing.
Sunshine and Dry Weather Returns Thursday
Sunshine returns and we'll dry out Thursday with highs in the mid to upper 60s, southeastern counties may reach the low 70s.. A front drops south Friday, ramping up cloud cover but with very little moisture to work with. We could see isolated afternoon showers or sprinkles with highs falling to the upper 50s. Cooler, drier air filters in behind the front with partly to mostly sunny skies and highs in the 50s, lows in the 30s this weekend.
A Wet Wednesday Inbound
Our most substantial round of rain in weeks will soak the Commonwealth Wednesday with widespread rain and occasional rumbles of thunder. Rainfall totals will range from under 1" east to 1" to 2"+ west. With as dry as it's been, we should handle this without flash flood concerns, but isolated, localized flooding is possible where multiple bursts of heavier rain occur.
Mostly Sunny and Very Warm Election Day
Election day looks spectacular! We'll end up mostly sunny with well above normal highs in the upper 70s Tuesday. Lexington's record high is 78°. After you cast your ballot, it might be a good idea to get some yardwork (leaves) done before active weather fires up. Showers and a few t-showers will soak the Commonwealth Wednesday as a cold front slowly slides east.
A Cool Monday with Lingering Clouds
It wasn't much, but we did see a little rain late in the weekend with a few showers still lingering Monday morning. Expect some sun to break through persistent cloud cover later in the day with cool highs in the mid 60s. Sunshine returns Tuesday a with a southerly wind shift; highs will soar to the upper 70s. Another chance for rain rolls in midweek, but this one will be more substantial with widespread showers, isolated thundershowers and the potential for a good, soaking rain.
A Mostly Sunny and Very Warm Start to the Weekend
We have a jam-packed weekend ahead and overall; the weather will cooperate. Expect another very warm afternoon Friday with mostly sunny skies and well above normal highs in the mid 70s. We'll see increasing clouds Saturday with isolated pm showers possible. With that extra cloud cover, highs will trend slightly cooler, in the low 70s. The good news for Halloween trick or treaters, we should stay dry Saturday evening.
Sunny and Very Warm Thursday
We're staying unseasonably warm through the end of the week with plenty of sunshine Thursday and Friday with highs in the upper 70s. Saturday will bring increasing clouds with a slim chance for isolated pm showers. Overall, it'll be a great weekend for the Breeders' Cup and Halloween trick or treating. We're trending unsettled and little less warm next week with the chance for showers and storms on the rise.
Still Very Warm and Dry Midweek
Our run of very warm and very dry late October days keeps on keeping all the way through the end of the month. Expect morning clouds to give way to afternoon sunshine Wednesday with highs once again topping out in the mid 70s, right around 10° above normal. We'll edge into the upper 70s Thursday and Friday with some pushing 80°, still mostly sunny and dry. This will be an ideal start for the Breeders' Cup out at Keeneland.
Still Sunny and Warm Monday
We're staying dry and unseasonably warm this week as high pressure dominates. Expect mostly to partly sunny skies with highs consistently in the mid to upper 70s, well above normal for late October. Change is on the way later in the weekend with a rain chance on the rise as we edge into November and daylight saving time ends. Hopefully we can keep it dry Saturday for Halloween trick or treaters.
Still Sunny, Dry and Spectacular Thursday
Beautiful fall days keep rolling through the end of the week. We'll enjoy plenty of sunshine with highs in the upper 60s to around 70° Thursday and Friday. Friday morning lows will drop to the mid to upper 30s, patchy frost is possible. This weekend brings more of the same, just a little warmer. Sunshine dominates with highs climbing into the low to mid 70s Saturday and Sunday.
Rubber Stamping Spectacular Weather
Sunny and spectacular fall weather keeps on keeping on with high pressure in control midweek. Expect more sunshine with highs around 70° Wednesday. A weak front will drop in and wash out Thursday, briefly shaving a couple degrees from our high and low. After low 70s Thursday, we're in the upper 60s Friday and lows dipping to the upper 30s Friday morning. We'll warm back up into the low to mid 70s this weekend with sunny and dry weather persisting.
Sunny, Dry and Spectacular Weather Keeps Coming
It doesn't get much better than this... high pressure continues to dominate and we're in for more sunny, dry and spectacular weather. Highs will hover around the low 70s with sunshine the rest of the work week and likely into the weekend. The one big drawback, drought. We've already been sliding back into it the last few weeks, and this will only exacerbate it.
Beautiful Fall Weather this Week
High pressure dominates this week, and we're in for a run of beautiful October days. Expect plenty of sunshine with near normal highs in the upper 60s Monday. With mostly clear skies overnight, it's still chilly. Lows will drop to the upper 30s Tuesday morning. The rest of the week, we'll see more of the same with sunshine and slightly above normal highs consistently in the low to mid 70s.
Windy and Cooler Friday, Showers Linger
A cold front tracks east Friday, ramping up cloud cover, sparking scattered showers and dropping the temperature through the afternoon. The coldest air of the season is inbound this weekend. Expect mainly morning showers in the Bluegrass with showers hanging on later in the day southeast. A gusty west/northwest wind will send morning highs in the upper 60s falling into the 50s in the afternoon.
Still Warm and Unsettled Thursday
A warm front lifts north Thursday, and we'll see lingering clouds with a few showers and storms. Highs will stay in the low to mid 80s, very warm but not quite the record levels we've experienced the last two days. A cold front tracks east Friday morning sparking more scattered showers and tanking the temperature this weekend. The coldest air of the season invades behind it with Friday's high falling to the upper 60s and Saturday bottoming out in the upper 50s.
Another Record High Possible Wednesday
Lexington set a new record high Tuesday, and we just might do it again Wednesday. The only limiting factor, increasing clouds and late day showers and storms. Expect highs in the mid 80s Wednesday with partly to mostly cloudy skies. Showers and storms will develop by late afternoon and should be widespread into the evening. This will be a beneficial round of rain, but we'll also need to watch for strong storms with gusty wind and locally heavy rain.
Near Record Highs Tuesday and Wednesday
Unseasonable warmth spikes Tuesday and Wednesday with near record highs in the mid 80s. We'll see one last dry day Tuesday with increasing clouds and late day showers and storms developing Wednesday. A cold front briefly stalls along the Ohio River Thursday keeping rounds of showers going with highs around 80°. Much cooler air (the coolest of the season) follows the front this weekend.
A Big Warm Up Inbound
After areas of dense morning fog lift, we'll see plenty of afternoon sunshine with highs soaring back into the low 80s Monday. We'll max out in the mid 80s Tuesday and Wednesday, well above normal and near record highs for some. A cold front will spark widespread showers Thursday and Friday with highs falling from the 70s to the upper 50s this weekend, our coolest air of the season. Lows will dip to the upper 30s Sunday morning with the first patchy frost chance of the season as well.
The Remnants of Hurricane Isaias Soak the Commonwealth this Weekend
Our stellar run of fall days winds down Friday with increasing clouds and well above normal highs in the upper 70s to low 80s. We'll see cloud cover on the rise late in the day and overnight. The rest of the weekend is trending wet and unsettled as what's left of Hurricane Isaias tracks through. Expect gusty, cloudy and cooler conditions with highs back in the 70s as rounds of showers and occasional thunderstorms fire Saturday through Sunday.
Still Sunny and Unseasonably Warm Thursday
A cool front tracking south will kick the wind back to the north/northwest Thursday and pump the brakes on our warmup. Expect plenty of sunshine with highs holding in the upper 70s to around 80°. Friday will end up much the same. This weekend, all eyes are on the gulf coast with hurricane Isaias set to make landfall Friday night. It will slowly track north and the remnant low will bring tropical moisture with it.
Sunny and Warmer Wednesday
The wind shifts to the south/southwest midweek, and we'll warm up a bit but also hold on to sunny and dry weather. Expect sunshine with highs edging into the low 80s Wednesday. A dry cool front tracks south Thursday, adding a few afternoon clouds and keeping the temperature in check. We'll top out around 80°. This weekend starts off dry and quiet but we're watching the development of a tropical system in the gulf that will spread moisture north late in the weekend.
Another Spectacular Fall Day
High pressure continues to dominate Tuesday, and we're in for another sunny and spectacular October day. Expect near normal highs in the mid 70s with low humidity keeping it comfortable. The high slowly slides east and as the wind shifts, we'll start to warm up. Sunny and dry weather hangs on through the end of the work week but highs will climb to the low 80s and level off there into the weekend.
Spectacular Fall Weather Continues this Week
High pressure dominates this week, and we have some spectacular fall weather heading our way. Expect plenty of sunshine with near normal highs in the low to mid 70s Monday and Tuesday. The high slides east midweek and we'll kick up the temperature and cloud cover a notch but hang on to dry weather. Highs will climb into the low 80s heading into the weekend.
An Unsettled Start Our First October Weekend
We're getting a round of rain, something we absolutely need with the growing drought, but the timing is terrible. Expect widespread showers and occasional storms Friday with a decent shot of rain, anywhere from a few tenths to over and inch. With extensive cloud cover and a cold front switching the wind to the northwest in the afternoon, highs will fall to the upper 70s. Even cooler air filters in Saturday with lingering clouds, isolated showers and highs around 70°.
The Heat Peaks Thursday
The above normal heat peaks Thursday with highs soaring to the upper 80s, near 90°. Expect mostly to partly sunny skies and our last dry day before active weather fires up this weekend. A cold front settles south Friday sparking showers and a few storms and spreading extensive cloud cover across the Commonwealth. Highs will fall to the mid to upper 70s. Precipitation lingers Saturday but will be decreasing. We'll see a few showers with mostly cloudy skies and even cooler highs around 70°.
We're Well Above Normal Wednesday
High pressure slides east midweek, and the wind shifts over to the south/southwest. We have a short warm up inbound before unsettled and cooler changes develop this weekend. Expect mostly to partly sunny skies Wednesday with highs in the mid to upper 80s. We'll max out in the upper 80s, near 90° Thursday. Showers and storms fire up later in the day Friday and continue on and off Saturday. It won't be a washout of a weekend, but we will see rounds Friday through Sunday.
Mostly Sunny and Warmer Tuesday
The sun keeps shining Tuesday and we'll warm up a little, expect highs around 80°. A south/southwest wind kicks in midweek and highs will soar to the mid to upper 80s, pushing 90° in spots. Take advantage of the dry weather, out rain chance (showers & storms) ramps up this weekend.
Still Sunny and Spectacular Monday
High pressure dominates to start off the week, and we'll enjoy sunshine and highs in the upper 70s Monday, another spectacular early fall day! As the high slides east the wind shifts to a southerly flow, and we'll see the mercury rising. Highs will top out around 80° Tuesday and jump to the upper 80s Wednesday and Thursday. The good news, we'll stay mostly to partly sunny and dry. A slow-moving frontal system will ramp up clouds and rain for the weekend and cool it back down.
An Excellent Fall Weekend
High pressure takes over and we're set up for a very nice fall weekend. It will be most excellent football weather for local high school games or the Cats back at Kroger Field Saturday afternoon. Expect mostly to partly sunny skies with highs in the low to mid 70s Friday through Sunday. Heat builds next week with highs climbing back into the 80s and a rising chance for active weather.
Some Sunshine Returns Thursday
After we mix out some morning cloud cover, patchy drizzle and fog, we're set for a partly sunny and quiet Thursday afternoon with highs in the low 70s. This is the beginning of a spectacular run of early fall days. High pressure takes over and provides plenty of sunshine through the end of the week and into the weekend. We'll also enjoy highs in the low to mid 70s with low humidity. Perfect for whatever you're up to this weekend!
A Split Forecast Midweek
We have a split forecast across the area midweek. We'll all get in on extensive cloud cover and cooler highs in the low 70s, but active weather is much more likely southeast. In the Bluegrass, watch for a few afternoon & evening showers and isolated storms. Across southeastern counties, the coverage will be more widespread with showers, storms and locally heavy rain possible. A flood watch is in effect southeast. The rest of the week stays cool but we'll also see sunshine return.
Fall Begins Tuesday
Fall begins Tuesday, and it's actually going to feel like it out there soon. Low pressure slowly spinning to our southeast will keep considerable cloud cover across the area through midweek. It will also spark lingering showers and isolated t-showers mainly across southeastern counties Tuesday and Wednesday. More significantly, much cooler, drier air will filter in, and we finally catch a break from the heat. Expect below normal highs in the low to mid 70s through the end of the work week.
A Few Showers and Storms Start the Work Week
Our late summer heat wave peaked over the weekend with highs in the 90s. This week will bring significantly cooler changes, just as fall begins Tuesday. Expect partly to mostly cloudy skies with highs in the mid to upper 80s with a few late day showers and storms. That front will slowly sag south overnight, sparking a few more showers and storms. As the wind shifts over to the northeast, the cooldown begins with highs in the mid 70s Tuesday and a few lingering showers and storms early.
"Less Hot" This Weekend
Instead of an abrupt end, our late summer heat wave will slowly fade. It's still going to be unseasonably warm and muggy this weekend, just not as hot as the last few days. Lexington set a new record high Thursday, tying our 94° record from 1954. Friday will end up partly sunny with a few showers and storms as a cool front slowly sags south. Expect highs around 90° Friday through Sunday with a daily chance for isolated to a few showers and storms.
The Heat Wave Continues Thursday
We have another hot and humid day on the way with Thursday's highs soaring to the low to mid 90s again, near record levels for some. The heat index will reach the upper 90s, pushing triple digits out west where a heat advisory remains in effect. Beyond the unseasonable heat, expect a mostly to partly sunny afternoon with isolated showers and storms possible. A cool front will sag south Friday, taking the heat down a notch with increasing clouds and few showers and storms.
Late Summer Heat Wave Peaks Wednesday, Thursday
Our late summer heat wave peaks the next couple of days with highs in the low to mid 90s Wednesday and Thursday. Higher humidity will push the heat index into the mid to upper 90s, just shy of a heat advisory in the Bluegrass. A heat advisory is in effect for far western counties through Thursday evening. Stay hydrated and don't overdo it outside during the peak heat of the day. A cool front will drop south and take the edge off of the heat to start the weekend.
A Late Summer Heat Wave Inbound
Here comes the heat! High pressure slides east Tuesday, and the wind shifts to the from the southeast to the southwest. This will surge warmer, muggier air across the Commonwealth with highs in the low to mid 90s through midweek. Lexington's record highs Wednesday and Thursday are in the mid 90s and we'll challenge them. Higher humidity will send the heat index into the upper 90s, pushing triple digits. A heat advisory is in effect for western counties until Wednesday evening.
Sunny and Seasonable Monday
We're starting off the work week with near normal highs in the low 80s and plenty of sunshine but get ready for some heat! A September heat wave is on the way with highs peaking in the low to mid 90s midweek, near record levels. A heat advisory is in effect Tuesday for western counties where the heat index will top triple digits. A cool front will drop in this weekend bringing a little relief and a slight chance for a few showers and storms.
The Pattern is Still Active to Start the Weekend
That stalled front is still hanging around to start the weekend, and we'll see scattered showers and storms continue. While the severe threat remains low, watch for gusty wind and heavy rain. Expect partly to mostly cloudy skies with highs in the low to mid 80s Friday. Scattered showers and a few storms persist Saturday, if you're heading to Kroger Field to watch the Cats take on Alabama, take a poncho. It won't be a washout, but some active weather may linger later in the day.
Rounds of Showers and Storms Rising Thursday
A front slowly sags across the Commonwealth Thursday sparking rounds of showers and storms. Watch for strong storms capable of gusty wind and heavy rain. Areas that see repeated rounds could see localized flash flooding, especially later in the day. With extensive cloud cover and active weather, the heat will back off with highs in the low 80s (near normal) Thursday and Friday. We'll see a few lingering showers early Friday with more scattered showers and storms likely Saturday.
Heat Peaks Again Wednesday
Well above normal heat peaks Wednesday with mostly to partly sunny skies and highs topping out on either side of 90°. The heat index will reach the mid to upper 90s and push triple digits west. A heat advisory is in effect along and west of I-65. Relief comes with a front that will slow and briefly stall Thursday, sparking rounds of showers and storms starting Wednesday night and continuing Thursday. Watch for strong storms capable of gusty wind and heavy rain.
Warming Up Again, Heat Peaks Midweek
High pressure slides toward the east coast Tuesday, and our wind becomes more southerly. That will spike highs in the upper 80s Tuesday and into the low 90s Wednesday with mostly to partly sunny skies. Showers and storms fire along a cold front starting Wednesday night and continuing into Thursday. Watch for heavy rain and strong storms with gusty wind. Behind the front, cooler and drier air with highs in the low to mid 80s to start the weekend.
Labor Day Looks Good
The heat finally broke late in the weekend and your Labor Day is looking good. We'll end up mostly to partly sunny with highs in the mid 80s, slightly above normal. As that highs slides east, the break will wind down as a southerly flow sets up. Highs will climb back to the upper 80s Tuesday and max out in the low 90s midweek with the humidity rising again. A cold front will spark showers and storms Thursday and tamp the heat down toward the end of the work week.
A Few Showers and Storms Possible Saturday
We're starting a very nice run of days with only a few bumps in the road early in the weekend. Expect a partly to mostly sunny Friday with near normal highs in the mid 80s. A few showers and storms may graze eastern counties in the afternoon. A cold front tracks south Saturday, sparking a few showers and storms late in the morning into the early afternoon. Beyond that, all is well.
Showers and Strong Storms Thursday Morning
A cold front dropping south keeps showers and storms firing Thursday morning with strong storms (damaging wind) and heavy rain possible, especially across southern counties. The highest threat for severe weather will stay west of I-65 with a gradual weakening trend likely as they enter our area. Active weather will wind down later in the day, leaving us mostly cloudy with highs in the low 80s.
Active Weather Inbound Wednesday Night
We've reached the middle of the week and after a spectacular Tuesday, Wednesday will bring increasing cloud cover, isolated showers and storms later in the day (mainly out west) and highs in the mid 80s. Low pressure spins up overnight dragging a cold front across the Commonwealth and sparking more widespread showers and storms that will linger into Thursday morning. We'll end up mostly to partly cloudy in the afternoon with highs still in the 80s.
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