Severe Weather Expected in Louisville on July 21: Hail, Winds, and Flash Flooding Possible
The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a forecast warning of severe weather conditions for July 21, 2026, in the Louisville metro area and parts of Kentucky and Southern Indiana. A cold front moving in from the northwest is expected to bring strong storms, including straight-line winds, hail, flash flooding, and a low risk of tornadoes. Louisville is under a Level 2 slight risk for severe weather, with wind speeds potentially reaching up to 70 mph and hail measuring 1-2 inches in diameter. Showers and thunderstorms are likely to develop between the afternoon and early evening hours, with precipitation chances ranging from 30% to 70%. Rainfall amounts of 0.25 to 0.5 inches are anticipated.