Strong to severe thunderstorms capable of producing large to very large hail, damaging wind gusts and a few strong tornadoes are likely from the Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic tonight. Moderate Risk (level 4 of 5) of severe thunderstorms is outlooked for the Midwest. A widespread heat wave will peak in the South and East on Friday, with many temperature records expected to be broken. Read More >
Highlights:
Expected rainfall through tonight:
Weather Highlights:
Rainfall:
Moderate to heavy rainfall this morning, then a break before a line of heavier shower/storms this afternoon and early evening. An additional 1 to 2 inches can be expected. This rain will add to an already wet year so far. A Flash Flood Watch is effect for the region, as this much rain falling over already saturated grounds will bring some potential for flash flooding. Check out this page for how the year stacks up as far as record rainfall totals.
Severe Weather:
Strong storms will be possible this afternoon and early evening. In addition to lightning, gusty winds will be the main threat. Here's your severe storm outlook:
Temperatures:
Despite clouds and rain, temperatures will be extremely warm. Below is a table of temperature and precipitation records for Louisville, Lexington, Frankfort, and Bowling Green.
| Louisville | Today (12/28) |
| Record High | 68° (1982) |
| Record Warm Minimum | 61° (1984) |
| Precipitation | 1.71" (1874) |
| Lexington | Today (12/28) |
| Record High | 67° (1984) |
| Record Warm Minimum | 57° (1984) |
| Precipitation | 1.46" (1874) |
| Bowling Green | Today (12/28) |
| Record High | 69° (1946) |
| Record Warm Minimum | 61° (1984) |
| Precipitation | 1.25" (1916) |
| Frankfort | Today (12/28) |
| Record High | 69° (1982) |
| Record Warm Minimum | 55° (1942) |
| Precipitation | 1.20" (1942) |
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