Louisville, Kentucky Weather
Louisville, Kentucky — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery for Louisville, Jefferson County.
Full aviation weather for Louisville is published on the Bowman Field (KLOU) page, 9 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 6 airfields within reach of Louisville have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Louisville: Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (KSDF) 10 km · Clark Regional Airport (KJVY) 12 km · Godman Army Air Field (KFTK) 43 km · Salem Municipal Airport (KI83) 52 km · Samuels Field (KBRY) 54 km
Conditions reported at KLOU describe the airfield itself. Weather 9 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Louisville specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville sprawls across the undulating terrain of northern Kentucky, a city shaped by the broad, slow-moving Ohio River that forms its northern boundary. It lies 2.0 miles south-west of Jeffersonville, IN (from Jeffersonville, IN: bearing 217°T), and is situated 7.4 miles east-south-east of Floyd. The land here, a gentle rolling country, is marked by fertile bottomlands near the river and slightly more elevated ground further inland, lending a distinct character to its neighborhoods. The air itself carries a certain humidity, a palpable warmth especially in the summer months, hinting at the lush greenery that surrounds and permeates the city. Louisville's general character is one of sturdy pragmatism blended with a deep-seated appreciation for its heritage, a place where the echoes of industry meet the quiet dignity of the river. The history of Louisville is inextricably linked to its strategic position on the Ohio, serving as a vital trading post and later a manufacturing hub. Founded in the late 18th century, the city grew steadily on the back of industries that harnessed the river's power and the region's natural resources. In its economic life, Louisville has long been a powerhouse of bourbon production, its distilleries dotting the landscape and imparting a distinctive aroma to the very air. Beyond spirits, the city has historically excelled in manufacturing, particularly in automotive and aerospace sectors, creating a robust industrial base that continues to define its economic landscape even as it diversifies. The quiet hum of industry, a constant undercurrent, speaks to Louisville's enduring spirit of creation and commerce. Culturally, Louisville resonates with a vibrant mix of traditions and modern influences. While the city does not currently host professional teams in the NFL, NBA, MLB, or NHL, it passionately supports its MLS soccer club, Louisville City FC. The annual Kentucky Derby, a spectacle of thoroughbred racing and Southern hospitality, draws global attention to Louisville, cementing its place on the international calendar. Iconic landmarks like the Belle of Louisville, a historic steamboat, and the towering Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, celebrate the city's rich past. The green lungs of Louisville, such as the sprawling Cherokee Park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, offer serene escapes, while the banks of the Ohio River provide a constant, calming presence. Renowned educational institutions like the University of Louisville contribute to the intellectual life of the city, nurturing talents that have spread far and wide, from the soulful melodies of musical artists to the captivating performances of actors on the world stage.
Live animated radar for Louisville and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 38.254238°N, 85.759407°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 40202, 40245, 40201, 40203, 40204 |
| Area Code | 502 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Louisville, Kentucky Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Louisville, Kentucky, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Louisville includes coordinates 38.254238°N, 85.759407°W, situated in Jefferson County. ZIP code 40202, 40245, 40201, 40203, 40204. Telephone area code: 502. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
