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Kentucky weather radar & alerts

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About Kentucky weather today

2 weather alerts are in effect in Kentucky, the most severe a Special Weather Statement for Harlan; Letcher until Sat 7:00 AM EST. Louisville is light rain at 43°F. Across the largest cities, temperatures range from 41°F in Florence to 46°F in Elizabethtown. Warnings for Kentucky come from the National Weather Service offices that cover each county, and this page updates every few minutes.2 weather alerts are in effect in Kentucky, the most severe a Special Weather Statement for Harlan; Letcher until Sat 7:00 AM EST. Louisville is light rain at 6°C. Across the largest cities, temperatures range from 5°C in Florence to 8°C in Elizabethtown. Warnings for Kentucky come from the National Weather Service offices that cover each county, and this page updates every few minutes.

Frequently asked

Are there weather alerts in Kentucky right now?

Yes — 2 alerts are in effect, including 2 Special Weather Statements. Alerts are checked every minute from the National Weather Service.

Which Kentucky city is warmest right now?

Of the 12 largest cities, Elizabethtown is warmest at 46°F (cloudy) and Florence is coolest at 41°F.Of the 12 largest cities, Elizabethtown is warmest at 8°C (cloudy) and Florence is coolest at 5°C.

Is a hurricane heading toward Kentucky?

No. No active tropical storm or hurricane is forecast to reach Kentucky. Hurricane season ends Nov 30.

How often does the Kentucky radar update?

Every 6 minutes. The map shows the last 66 minutes of the North American radar mosaic from Environment and Climate Change Canada (MSC GeoMet), with the National Weather Service warnings on top.

Kentucky at a glance

Capital
Frankfort
Largest city
Louisville
Time zones
Eastern · Central
Cities on this site
553
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