LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Kentucky skies may glow with the Northern Lights tonight, offering a rare view for Louisville and surrounding communities. Residents across Jefferson County and along I-64 should also prepare for changing conditions, with scattered storms possible Tuesday afternoon.
According to NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center, a solar flare is fueling geomagnetic storms that could make auroras visible far south into Kentucky, Indiana, and Missouri. Clear skies tonight will be key, though increasing clouds could limit visibility by late Tuesday. The National Weather Service in Louisville warns isolated thunderstorms may bring brief downpours and gusty winds after 2 p.m. Tuesday, especially west of I-65.
Louisville will reach 82 degrees Tuesday with light south winds. Tuesday night brings a low near 60 and a 20 percent chance of showers. Storm chances rise into Wednesday with scattered showers likely through Thursday. Motorists should watch for slick spots on I-64 and I-65 during afternoon commutes midweek…