Friday night looks to be a great night for high school football across Kentucky, Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Sunshine is expected during the day, with mild temperatures giving way to cooler conditions by kickoff.

Western Kentucky, including Paducah, should see mostly sunny skies and mild afternoon temperatures, with a possible high near 76°F and a low around 51°F.

Bowling Green and south-central Kentucky can expect pleasant fall weather, with a possible high near 74°F and a low around 48°F. Temperatures will drop during the evening.

Around Louisville and the Bluegrass Region, including Lexington, dry weather and sunshine should make for favorable conditions for football. Louisville could reach a high near 72°F, with a low around 46°F. Lexington may see a high near 70°F, with temperatures falling to around 44°F overnight.

Eastern Kentucky, including Ashland, should see generally favorable weather for Friday night's games. Afternoon highs may reach around 70°F, with overnight lows dropping to near 45°F.

In Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, sunny skies are expected, with a possible afternoon high near 68°F and an overnight low around 44°F. Temperatures will fall into the 50s during the evening, so fans may want to bring a jacket or sweatshirt.

Dry weather is favored across the region, with no significant storm threat currently indicated. Temperatures at kickoff should generally be in the 50s and lower 60s, falling into the 40s and 50s later in the evening. Overall, conditions look good for players, coaches, and fans, although it will turn chilly after sunset.

This is an early forecast, and conditions may change before Friday. Please check back for updates.

High school football Friday night is looking good for all of Kentucky, Cincinnati, and Northern Kentucky. We’ll see plenty of sunshine, and afternoon temperatures will be moderate, but it will turn chilly. Most games should not have to worry about rain, so it will be a great night under the lights.

Western Kentucky, including Paducah, will see plenty of sunshine, with afternoon temperatures reaching the mid-70s. Conditions will be comfortable for players and fans, although temperatures will drop after sunset.

Around Bowling Green and south-central Kentucky, sunny skies and highs in the lower to mid-70s are expected. Temperatures will gradually fall through the evening, so fans staying for the entire game may want to bring a light jacket.

Louisville and the Bluegrass Region, including Lexington, can expect a pleasant fall day with highs generally in the upper 60s to lower 70s. Clear skies should continue into Friday night, with temperatures cooling into the 50s.

Eastern Kentucky, including Ashland, will also enjoy generally dry weather and mild afternoon temperatures. It will turn cooler after sunset, but no significant weather problems are expected to interrupt the games.

In Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, sunshine will help temperatures climb into the upper 60s. By kickoff, readings will be falling through the 50s and lower 60s, with colder conditions developing later at night.

Bring a jacket if you plan to stay through the fourth quarter, as temperatures will continue to fall during the evening.

Football weather looks good across Kentucky, Cincinnati, and Northern Kentucky this Friday night. Sunshine is expected during the day, with temperatures cooling off after sunset. Rain shouldn't be a concern for most games, but fans should brace for cooler evening temperatures.

Western Kentucky will see plenty of sunshine, with afternoon highs in the lower to mid-70s. Temperatures will drop into the 50s by kickoff, making for a cooler second half.

South-central Kentucky can expect a sunny day with highs in the lower 70s. Evening temperatures will fall into the 50s.

Central Kentucky, including the Louisville area and the Bluegrass Region, should see highs around 70 degrees under sunny skies. Temperatures will cool into the 50s Friday evening.

Eastern Kentucky will see afternoon highs in the upper 60s to lower 70s. As soon as the sun sets, temperatures will fall, bringing a chill to the air during the games.

Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky should see a high near 70 degrees with mostly sunny skies. Temperatures will drop through the 50s Friday evening, with overnight lows reaching the mid-40s.