What will weather be like for Thunder Over Louisville, Kentucky Derby? Latest forecast

Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal
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Thunder Over Louisville is a day away, and the 150th Kentucky Derby isn't too far off. While some individuals may plan to attend rain or shine, others may look to the weather forecast to sway their decision.

Here's what meteorologists expect for the upcoming events as of Friday morning.

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Thunder Over Louisville weather forecast

According to the seven-day forecast from Louisville's National Weather Service, Saturday is expected to be sunny with a high near 62. Northwest winds between 6-11 mph with gusts of up to 20 mph are possible.

Saturday night is forecasted to be mostly cloudy with a low near 41, with north winds of 6-8 mph.

Kentucky Derby weather predictions

According to a monthly forecast for Louisville from Accuweather, Kentucky Derby day is expected to be mostly cloudy and partly sunny, with a high near 67 and a low near 49, as of April 19.

The Weather Channel reported different findings in its monthly forecast, predicting a high near 75 and a low of 55 on May 4.

When is Thunder Over Louisville 2024?

Thunder Over Louisville is scheduled for Saturday, April 20, with the theme "Celebrating Derby 150," according to the Thunder Over Louisville website.

Where is Thunder Over Louisville?

Thunder Over Louisville takes place at Waterfront Park, 129 E. River Road, in downtown Louisville.

What is Thunder Over Louisville?

Thunder Over Louisville is a beloved community event that kicks off the Kentucky Derby Festival each year. The annual event is hosted in downtown to kick off Kentucky Derby celebrations and festivities. The Kentucky Derby Festival offers more than 70 events ahead of the Run for the Roses, beginning with Thunder, with a stunning firework display and aircraft show.

When did Thunder Over Louisville start?

The first official Thunder Over Louisville took place in 1991. The year prior, "opening ceremonies" were hosted at Cardinal Stadium to kick off the celebration for the Kentucky Derby, featuring a firework show and artist Janie Frickie. Over time, the event developed into what it is today, one of the nation's best fireworks displays and air shows.

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When is the 150th Kentucky Derby?

The Kentucky Derby is slated for Saturday, May 4, 2024. Times are currently unavailable.

Where is the 2024 Kentucky Derby?

The Kentucky Derby is hosted at Churchill Downs in Louisville.

What is the Kentucky Derby?

The Kentucky Derby, commonly called the "Run for the Roses," began in 1875. The annual horse race takes place at Louisville's Churchill Downs and marks the first leg of the Triple Crown. The other two races include the Belmont Stakes in New York and the Preakness Stakes in Maryland. With the Kentucky Derby also comes weeks of festivities around Louisville leading up to race day, put on by the Kentucky Derby Festival.

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