KENTUCKY — A new long-range model trend is signaling a potentially significant winter event on January 8, with early data showing the possibility of accumulating snow across Kentucky, Tennessee, North Georgia, and portions of the Southern Appalachians. While confidence is still developing, the consistency in ensemble runs has elevated attention across the region.
Overview of the Developing Pattern
The latest GFS ensemble data shows a clear corridor of heavier snow stretching from Missouri through Kentucky and into West Virginia, with some model outputs indicating 5 to 9 inches in the highest-risk zones. Farther south, Tennessee and North Georgia appear positioned on the edge of measurable snowfall, prompting early discussion about a wider Southern snow reach…