How long will Central Kentucky see snow flurries before the weather warms up?
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- Kentucky will start the week with cold temperatures and light snow flurries.
- Temperatures rise to the 40s Tuesday and 50s Wednesday with rain chances.
- Forecasters expect 1–2 inches of rain midweek, then drier, warmer conditions.
The weather in Kentucky is expected to be cold and snowy to start the week before temperatures warm up, according to the National Weather Service.
Temperatures are expected to be in the upper teens and low 20s Monday morning and climb into the mid 30s later in the day. The NWS said Central Kentucky may see lingering snow flurries Monday morning, but they are expected to stop when a deep low-pressure system moves up the East Coast.
There are also chances for a few light snow streaks Monday evening, but accumulations is expected.
Lexington recorded a trace of snow Sunday, according to the NWS. A trace is defined by the NWS as snowfall that never accumulates above 0.1 inches.
Temperatures are expected to warm up into the 40s Tuesday and 50s Wednesday. The weather service said there are chances for rain showers Wednesday night and Thursday, with 1 to 2 inches expected.
Areas south of the Bluegrass and Western Kentucky parkways could get more rain. The NWS’ seven-day forecast for Lexington puts the city’s rain chances at 60% for Wednesday night and 80% for Thursday.
Drier conditions are expected for the remainder of the week after the rain showers depart. The NWS said temperatures are projected to be in the 50s Friday and the 60s Saturday.
This story was originally published February 23, 2026 at 7:42 AM.
