Tuesday, January 27
NWS Alerts Active This Day
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued January 26 at 7:20AM EST until January 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
...The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a Flood Advisory for the following rivers in Kentucky... Kentucky River at Heidelberg affecting Lee County.
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE Kentucky River at Heidelberg.
WHEN From this morning to early Tuesday afternoon.
If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route. The next statement will be issued this evening at 730 PM EST.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued January 26 at 9:13AM EST until January 27 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Jackson KY
...The Flood Advisory continues for the following rivers in Kentucky... Kentucky River at Heidelberg affecting Lee County.
WHAT High water caused by excessive rainfall continues.
WHERE Kentucky River at Heidelberg.
WHEN Until Tuesday morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 AM EST Monday the stage was 16.4 feet. - Forecast...The river is nearing its crest, but will continue to run high through this evening. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route. The next statement will be issued this evening at 800 PM EST.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 11:42AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills of 5 below to 20 below expected.
WHERE Portions of east central, south central, and southeast Kentucky.
WHEN From 7 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 26 at 11:42AM EST until January 26 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Very cold wind chills of zero to 10 below expected.
WHERE Breathitt, Knott, Leslie, Magoffin, and Perry Counties.
WHEN From 7 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 26 at 11:42AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Very cold wind chills of zero to 10 below expected.
WHERE Breathitt, Knott, Leslie, Magoffin, and Perry Counties.
WHEN From 7 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 11:42AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills of 5 below to 20 below expected.
WHERE Elliott County.
WHEN From 7 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 26 at 11:42AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Very cold wind chills of zero to 10 below expected.
WHERE Johnson, Martin, Floyd, and Pike Counties.
WHEN From 7 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 26 at 11:42AM EST until January 26 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills of 5 below to 20 below expected.
WHERE Portions of east central, south central, and southeast Kentucky.
WHEN From 7 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 12:19PM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 12 below zero. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 28 below zero expected.
WHERE Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
WHEN For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 6 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The dangerously cold wind chills as low as around 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 26 at 12:19PM EST until January 26 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 12 below zero. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 28 below zero expected.
WHERE Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
WHEN For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 6 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The dangerously cold wind chills as low as around 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued January 26 at 12:43PM EST until January 28 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Jackson KY
...The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a Flood Advisory for the following rivers in Kentucky... Kentucky River near Ravenna affecting Estill County.
WHAT High water caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE Kentucky River near Ravenna.
WHEN From this afternoon to early Wednesday morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 12:20 PM EST Monday the stage was 17.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 17.9 feet just after midnight tonight. The river will continue to run high through Tuesday afternoon. - Flood stage is 21.0 feet.
If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route. The next statement will be issued late tonight at midnight EST.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 3:06PM EST until January 27 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 10 below. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 19 below expected.
WHERE Portions of south central Indiana and east central, north central, northwest, and south central Kentucky.
WHEN For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 7 PM EST /6 PM CST/ this evening. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 7 PM EST /6 PM CST/ this evening to 11 AM EST /10 AM CST/ Tuesday.
IMPACTS The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 26 at 3:06PM EST until January 26 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 10 below. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 19 below expected.
WHERE Portions of south central Indiana and east central, north central, northwest, and south central Kentucky.
WHEN For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 7 PM EST /6 PM CST/ this evening. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 7 PM EST /6 PM CST/ this evening to 11 AM EST /10 AM CST/ Tuesday.
IMPACTS The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 2:44PM CST until January 27 at 10:00AM CST by NWS Paducah KY
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below.
WHERE Portions of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri.
WHEN Until 10 AM CST /11 AM EST/ Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia and frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued January 26 at 4:16PM EST until January 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
...The Flood Advisory is extended for the following rivers in Kentucky... Kentucky River at Heidelberg affecting Lee County.
WHAT High water caused by excessive rainfall continues.
WHERE Kentucky River at Heidelberg.
WHEN Until early Tuesday afternoon. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 3:45 PM EST Monday the stage was 16.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is cresting, but will continue to run high through early Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route. The next statement will be issued Tuesday morning at 615 AM EST.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 5:22PM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 18 below expected.
WHERE Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and central, northeast, northern, southeast, and western West Virginia.
WHEN Until noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 18 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 26 at 5:22PM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
WHAT Very cold wind chills as low as 13 below expected.
WHERE Portions of northeast Kentucky, southwest Virginia, and southeast, southern, and western West Virginia.
WHEN Until noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 13 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 5:58PM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Wind chill values are forecast to bottom out colder than 5 below zero in most locations tonight and Tuesday morning, with a few of the coldest places around 15 below zero.
WHERE The Extreme Cold Warning is for portions of east central, south central, and southeast Kentucky.
WHEN The Extreme Cold Warning is valid until noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chill values could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 5:58PM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Wind chill values are forecast to bottom out below zero in most locations tonight and Tuesday morning, with a few of the coldest places around 10 below zero.
WHERE The Extreme Cold Warning is for Laurel, McCreary, Pulaski, Wayne, Whitley, Bell, and Knox Counties.
WHEN The Extreme Cold Warning is valid until noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chill values could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 26 at 5:58PM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Wind chill values are forecast to bottom out from zero to 10 below zero in most locations tonight and Tuesday morning.
WHERE The Cold Weather Advisory is for Johnson, Martin, Breathitt, Floyd, Knott, Leslie, Magoffin, Perry, and Pike Counties.
WHEN The Cold Weather Advisory is in effect until noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 5:58PM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero expected.
WHERE Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
WHEN Until noon EST Tuesday.
IMPACTS The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 7:00PM EST until January 27 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 10 below to 20 below expected.
WHERE Portions of south central Indiana and east central, north central, northwest, and south central Kentucky.
WHEN Until 11 AM EST /10 AM CST/ Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 10:14PM CST until January 27 at 10:00AM CST by NWS Paducah KY
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below.
WHERE All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri.
WHEN Until 10 AM CST /11 AM EST/ Tuesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 12:34AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
WHAT Very cold wind chills as low as 13 below.
WHERE Portions of northeast Kentucky, southwest Virginia, and southeast, southern, and western West Virginia.
WHEN Until noon EST today.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 12:34AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 12 below.
WHERE In Kentucky, Greenup County. In West Virginia, Braxton, Clay, and Northwest Nicholas Counties.
WHEN Until noon EST today.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 1:46AM EST until January 28 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero expected.
WHERE Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
WHEN For the Extreme Cold Warning, until noon EST today. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to noon EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 1:46AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero expected.
WHERE Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
WHEN For the Extreme Cold Warning, until noon EST today. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to noon EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 2:29AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero expected.
WHERE Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
WHEN For the Extreme Cold Warning, until noon EST today. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to noon EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 2:29AM EST until January 28 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero expected.
WHERE Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
WHEN For the Extreme Cold Warning, until noon EST today. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to noon EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 3:12AM EST until January 27 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 to 20 below. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 5 to 10 below expected.
WHERE Portions of south central Indiana and east central and north central Kentucky.
WHEN For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 11 AM EST /10 AM CST/ this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 10 PM EST /9 PM CST/ this evening to 11 AM EST /10 AM CST/ Wednesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 3:12AM EST until January 27 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 10 to 20 below zero are expected.
WHERE Portions of east central, north central, northwest, and south central Kentucky.
WHEN Until 10 AM CST /11 AM EST/ this morning.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 3:12AM EST until January 28 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 to 20 below. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 5 to 10 below expected.
WHERE Portions of south central Indiana and east central and north central Kentucky.
WHEN For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 11 AM EST /10 AM CST/ this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 10 PM EST /9 PM CST/ this evening to 11 AM EST /10 AM CST/ Wednesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 3:19AM EST until January 28 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 5 to 10 below expected.
WHERE Bath, Fleming, Montgomery, and Rowan Counties.
WHEN For the Extreme Cold Warning, until noon EST today. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 11 AM EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chill values could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside or are traveling. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 3:19AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 5 to 10 below expected.
WHERE Bath, Fleming, Montgomery, and Rowan Counties.
WHEN For the Extreme Cold Warning, until noon EST today. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 11 AM EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chill values could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside or are traveling. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 3:19AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Wind chill values bottoming out colder than 5 below zero in most locations, with a few of the coldest places around 15 below zero.
WHERE Portions of east central, south central, and southeast Kentucky.
WHEN Until noon EST today.
IMPACTS The cold wind chill values could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside or are traveling. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 3:19AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 10 below.
WHERE Laurel, McCreary, Pulaski, Wayne, Whitley, Bell, and Knox Counties.
WHEN Until noon EST today.
IMPACTS The cold wind chill values could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside or are traveling. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 3:19AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Very cold wind chills as low as 10 below.
WHERE Johnson, Martin, Breathitt, Floyd, Knott, Leslie, Magoffin, Perry, and Pike Counties.
WHEN Until noon EST today.
IMPACTS The cold wind chill values could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued January 27 at 3:27AM EST until January 27 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
...The Flood Advisory continues for the following rivers in Kentucky... Kentucky River near Ravenna affecting Estill County.
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
WHERE Kentucky River near Ravenna.
WHEN Until this evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 2:20 AM EST Tuesday the stage was 17.3 feet. - Forecast...The river is receding and is expected to continue to recede to around 16.4 feet this evening. - Flood stage is 21.0 feet.
If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 330 PM EST.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued January 27 at 3:50AM EST until January 27 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
...The Flood Advisory continues for the following rivers in Kentucky... Kentucky River near Ravenna affecting Estill County.
WHAT High water caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE Kentucky River near Ravenna.
WHEN Until this evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 3:20 AM EST Tuesday the stage was 17.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is receding and is expected to continue to recede to around 16.4 feet this evening. - Flood stage is 21.0 feet.
If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 400 PM EST.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 7:27AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
WHAT Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 12 below.
WHERE In Kentucky, Greenup County. In West Virginia, Braxton, Clay, and Northwest Nicholas Counties.
WHEN Until noon EST today.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 7:27AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
WHAT Very cold wind chills as low as 13 below.
WHERE Portions of northeast Kentucky, southwest Virginia, and southeast, southern, and western West Virginia.
WHEN Until noon EST today.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued January 27 at 8:22AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH
Gusty southwest winds will become westerly this afternoon. The strong winds and the recently fallen snow is resulting in some blowing and drifting snow, especially across rural and open areas. This may result in rapid changes in road conditions over short distances. Motorists should exercise extra caution.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 10:22AM EST until January 28 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Very cold wind chills as low as 10 below expected.
WHERE Bath, Fleming, Montgomery, and Rowan Counties.
WHEN From 10 PM this evening to 11 AM EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside or are traveling. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 10:24AM EST until January 28 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT Very cold wind chills as low as 19 below zero expected.
WHERE Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
WHEN From 7 PM this evening to noon EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 10:36AM EST until January 27 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 12 below expected.
WHERE Portions of south central Indiana and east central and north central Kentucky.
WHEN From 10 PM EST /9 PM CST/ this evening to 11 AM EST /10 AM CST/ Wednesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 10:36AM EST until January 28 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 12 below expected.
WHERE Portions of south central Indiana and east central and north central Kentucky.
WHEN From 10 PM EST /9 PM CST/ this evening to 11 AM EST /10 AM CST/ Wednesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 10:36AM EST until January 27 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Louisville KY
The threat has ended.
Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 11:47AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
The threat has ended.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 11:47AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
The threat has ended.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 12:49PM EST until January 28 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT Very cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero expected.
WHERE Portions of southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, and southwest Ohio.
WHEN From 7 PM this evening to noon EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 3:53PM EST until January 28 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Very cold wind chills as low as 13 below expected.
WHERE Portions of south central Indiana and east central and north central Kentucky.
WHEN From 10 PM EST /9 PM CST/ this evening to 11 AM EST /10 AM CST/ Wednesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 4:58PM EST until January 28 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT Very cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero expected.
WHERE Portions of southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, and southwest Ohio.
WHEN Until noon EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
How Did We Do?
Comparing our AI forecast to actual observations from Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Regional Assessments
Purchase Area
Northwest Pennyrile
Southwest Pennyrile
Barren River
Louisville Metro
Lincoln Trail
Lake Cumberland
Northern Kentucky
Inner Bluegrass
Bluegrass Foothills
Northeast Kentucky
Southeast Kentucky
Dangerous Arctic Cold Followed by Evening Flurries
A brutal arctic air mass is firmly entrenched across Kentucky, bringing the coldest temperatures of the season and dangerous morning wind chills. While the day starts with sun and clear skies, a weak 'clipper' system will move through this evening, bringing a period of light, fluffy snow showers primarily to the northern and central regions.
Confidence Assessment
Confidence is very high for the dangerous cold temperatures, but the forecast score is lowered significantly due to the major disagreement between the ECMWF (dry) and the rest of the model suite (snow) regarding the evening clipper.
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Purchase Area
Expect a dry but bitterly cold day across the Purchase area. Highs will only reach the lower 30s, and clouds will thicken by the evening hours as a weak disturbance passes to the north.
Northwest Pennyrile
Morning wind chills will dip near zero. The afternoon remains cold with a few light snow flurries possible after sunset, though no significant accumulation is expected.
Southwest Pennyrile
A very cold day is on tap with plenty of morning sun. While clouds increase late, the snow is expected to stay to your north. Wind chills will be the primary concern.
Barren River
Morning temperatures will be near 5 degrees with wind chills as low as -10. It will be a sunny but freezing day with no snow expected.
Louisville Metro
Watch for light snow showers developing this evening, especially between 6 PM and midnight. Accumulations around 0.2 inches are possible, creating slick spots on bridges.
Lincoln Trail
Biting cold persists all day with wind chills near -10. Light snow showers are expected late this evening, potentially leaving a thin dusting on the ground.
Lake Cumberland
Morning wind chills will stay below zero for several hours. The afternoon will be dry and cold with increasing clouds by evening.
Northern Kentucky
This is the coldest spot in Kentucky today. Light snow will develop by mid-afternoon and continue through the evening, with accumulations around 0.4 inches likely. Expect slick roads for the evening commute.
Inner Bluegrass
Morning wind chills will reach -15 degrees. Light snow showers move in after 4 PM, likely leaving a coating of around 0.3 inches. High winds will cause this fluffy snow to blow around easily.
Bluegrass Foothills
A bone-chilling day with wind chills near -10. Expect light snow showers late this afternoon and evening, with accumulations around 0.2 inches.
Northeast Kentucky
Cold air will remain trapped in the valleys today. Light snow is expected to arrive this evening, potentially leaving about 0.3 inches of fluffy accumulation.
Southeast Kentucky
A very cold but mostly dry day for the mountains. While a few flurries are possible late tonight, significant snow is not expected.
Possible Outcomes
Weather forecasting involves uncertainty. Below are two scenarios representing the range of possible outcomes: the "Boom" scenario shows the worst-case/highest-impact result if conditions align unfavorably, while the "Bust" scenario shows the best-case/lowest-impact result if the forecast doesn't materialize as expected.
The 'Boom' Scenario
The clipper moisture over-performs and snow-to-liquid ratios exceed 20:1 in the frigid air, resulting in a widespread 1-inch coating for the Bluegrass and Northern Kentucky, with flurries reaching the Tennessee border.
The 'Bust' Scenario
Extreme dry air in the lowest 3,000 feet (virga) causes the clipper's moisture to evaporate before reaching the ground, leaving the state entirely dry as suggested by the ECMWF.
Model Disagreements
When models disagree, a call must be made to determine the most likely outcome. This decision is based on a combination of factors including model performance, historical data, and the models general accounting of each climatic region of Kentucky.
The Arctic Floor
The GFS is significantly more aggressive with the magnitude of the cold, suggesting morning wind chills reaching -17°F in the Bluegrass, while the Euro and NAM are closer to -10°F.
Why GFS Wins
The GFS often handles the depth of modified arctic air masses well in high-pressure scenarios, and given the light winds and clear skies, the lower-end temperature guidance is more plausible.
The Clipper Ghost
A significant disagreement exists regarding the ability of the evening shortwave to produce measurable snow. The GFS, NAM, and GEM all suggest enough saturation for a dusting, while the ECMWF remains stubbornly dry.
Why BLEND Wins
The NAM and GEM typically resolve the shallow moisture and high-ratio physics of clippers better than global models. While the Euro is often reliable, the consensus of three other models suggest enough lift to overcome the dry air for at least minor accumulations.
Celestial Almanac
Waxing Gibbous
Purchase Area
Northwest Pennyrile
Southwest Pennyrile
Barren River
Louisville Metro
Lincoln Trail
Lake Cumberland
Northern Kentucky
Inner Bluegrass
Bluegrass Foothills
Northeast Kentucky
Southeast Kentucky
Dive Deeper Into the Models
This forecast is a synthesis of raw data from the NAM, GFS, ECMWF, and GEM models. These models provide detailed atmospheric analyses including 500mb vorticity, precipitation rates, and more. You can take a look at the raw model data by clicking the links below.