Kentucky cold weather advisories
There are no cold weather advisories in Kentucky right now. The last one was issued on February 7, 2026.
Very cold temperatures or wind chills could cause frostbite with prolonged exposure.
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Active cold weather advisories in Kentucky
None right now. Other active alerts in Kentucky: none.
Cold Weather Advisories in Kentucky by year
Kentucky averaged 5.6 cold weather advisories per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 26 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on February 7, 2026.
Counties with the most cold weather advisories
| County | 2016โ2025 |
|---|---|
| Union County | 12 |
| Henry County | 12 |
| Henderson County | 12 |
| Scott County | 11 |
| Franklin County | 11 |
| Shelby County | 11 |
| Hancock County | 11 |
| Livingston County | 11 |
| McCracken County | 11 |
| Crittenden County | 11 |
What a cold weather advisory means
A cold weather advisory (formerly the wind chill advisory) warns of cold that is hazardous if you are outside without proper clothing for long periods.
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What to do
- Dress in layers and cover your head, hands and face.
- Bring pets indoors.