Will it rain on 2026 Kentucky Derby? See forecast at Churchill Downs
The latest Kentucky Derby weather forecast is in. Pack your best pair of shades, and maybe a light coat.
The Kentucky Derby is tomorrow; pack your sunglasses. While parts of southern Indiana and Kentucky have seen rainy weather in recent days, the most recent forecast suggests you won't need a raincoat Saturday at Churchill Downs. A light jacket wouldn't be a bad idea, though.
Here's what to expect Saturday before heading out to the 152nd Kentucky Derby . Kentucky Derby 2026 weather forecast Meteorologists with the National Weather Service in Louisville predict mostly sunny skies May 2 with a high near 61. Winds should be calm, becoming 5-7 mph in the morning.
Find Derby week tickets Weather forecast for Louisville, Kentucky, May 1 - May 3, 2026 The extended weather forecast for Louisville, Kentucky, is as follows: š¤ļø Friday, May 1 , Kentucky Oaks : Mostly sunny with a high near 64. South winds 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon. Partly cloudy, with a low around 40.
North wind 5 to 7 mph becoming calm after midnight. Kentucky Oaks: Live updates from Churchill Downs š¤ļøāļøš Saturday, May 2, Kentucky Derby : Mostly sunny, with a high near 61. On Saturday night, skies should be mostly clear, with a low around 39.