Nicer and more comfortable conditions will roll into Kentucky late in the week, but parts of the state are developing a need for rain. Unfortunately, another long stretch of dry weather is ahead.

What You Need To Know

  • Cooler and less humid air works in late this week

  • Some areas need rainfall

  • Significant rain is unlikely through at least the next 10 days

The dome of heat that plagued us several times over the summer is no more, and instead a trough in the upper levels is sliding into the Ohio Valley starting Thursday.

This will allow cooler and less humid air from the north to invade the region. That pattern looks to take hold and remain through next week as well.

With the moisture source from the Gulf of Mexico shut off, and no significant storm systems rolling through, the chance for significant rain over the next 12 days is minimal.

A system is showing up on longer range models in the middle of next week, but the moisture associated with it looks poor.

There will be an early fall-like feel to the air for a good chunk of September, but those looking to keep those lawns and late season gardens green, some watering may be needed.

Heavy rain at the end of August has helped the situation, but we will be on the lookout for early drought development in the coming weeks.

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