Louisville, Kentucky, is bracing for significant snowfall today, with afternoon and evening flurries expected. Accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are anticipated primarily north of Interstate 64. The snowfall is likely to create travel complications as temperatures plunge into the single digits.
Snowfall and Extreme Cold Advisory
The forecast indicates that snow will continue into the evening, tapering off after midnight. As a result, an Alert Day has been issued, focusing on the extreme cold that will follow the snowfall.
Weather Conditions for Sunday
- Wind Chills: Forecasted to drop as low as -10° to -15°.
- Actual Temperatures: Expected to reach only the low teens.
- Nighttime Lows: Will fall into the single digits, with some areas around 0°.
Wind chills will remain near or below zero throughout the day. Despite a decrease in wind strength later on Sunday, the cold conditions will persist.
Looking Ahead
As we move into Monday, temperatures are expected to gradually increase, with highs reaching the upper 20s and approaching 30° in the afternoon. The skies will be mainly sunny, providing a brief respite from the cold.
Midweek Temperature Surge
By Thursday, Louisville may experience a significant warm-up, with temperatures soaring into the 50s. However, this pleasant spell will be short-lived. A cold front is projected to move in by Thursday evening, bringing rain and the possibility of thunder.
Stay informed and prepare for changing weather conditions, especially if traveling is on your agenda. El-Balad will continue to provide updates as the situation evolves.
