This COOP site at Louisville McAlpine Dam along the OH River is a solar powered rain gauge that records precipitation every 15 min. We download the data monthly and send it to NCEI, where it becomes part of the nation's climate record. Learn more here:

Our recent dry spell has resulted in abnormally dry conditions with some locations designated as moderate drought. Warren County has issued a burn ban, to include the use of fireworks. Be sure to check county sources for restrictions on fireworks this Fourth of July weekend.

Clouds clear tonight as temperatures drop into the 50s. Heat will return for the rest of the week with a slight chance of showers and storms arriving Friday. #kywx  #inwx 

An Air Quality Alert is in place for Wednesday, June 29, for portions of the region. Members of sensitive groups may experience negative health effects. The elderly, children, and people with asthma or other breathing problems should limit outdoor activities. #kywx  #inwx 

Warm and muggy weather returns to the region this week. Chances for storms go up into the weekend. #kywx  #inwx 

📚Today in weather history… 🌡A historic heat wave & 🏢NWS Louisville Office moved locations! #kywx  #INwx 

The radome houses the 33 ft wide antenna dish used to transmit pulses of energy and collect data that eventually appears on your weather app or seen on TV. (2/2)

Chances for afternoon showers and thunderstorms gradually increase for the end of the week and the upcoming weekend. Otherwise, expect hot and humid conditions as we head into the holiday weekend. #KYwx  #INwx 

Shower and storm chances will increase heading into the weekend. Temperatures over the next several days will range from upper 80s to low 90s. #kywx  #inwx