SUMMARY: Central and Eastern Kentucky will face a humid and stormy Father’s Day weekend as tropical moisture continues flowing from the Gulf. Friday brought scattered downpours, and more rain is expected Saturday and Sunday, with slow-moving storms increasing the risk of localized flooding. Highs will reach the low 80s with muggy conditions throughout. Monday may bring slightly fewer storms, but pop-ups remain likely. The pattern continues into midweek with daily afternoon storms, but a gradual drying trend is expected by late week. Temperatures will climb into the upper 80s just in time for summer’s official start on Friday night at 10:41 PM.

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SUMMARY: Meteorologist Eric Zernich reports that while Thursday remains sunny, hot, and humid, scattered showers and storms are expected Friday and Saturday afternoons between 2-8 PM. These storms may produce heavy downpours and gusty winds but are not expected to be severe. Friday night and Saturday morning start mostly dry, with isolated showers possible later Saturday. Father’s Day looks mostly dry with only a few showers, followed by a return of isolated afternoon storms next week amid continued summer-like heat and humidity, with highs in the mid to upper 80s. Residents should keep umbrellas handy for potential showers.

WLKY meteorologist Eric Zernich’s Thursday evening forecast

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