Derby City scenes like this occur most frequently in January. | Photo by @fotofem
We know the question on your mind, Louisvillians — when’s it going to get really cold?
Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expectin our city for December, January, and February. While exact weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for what winter will bring.
Reminder: The first day of winter is tomorrow.
Temperature
Think a little warmer than usual. This winter, Derby City has a 33-40% chance of temperatures being above normal — highs of 45°F and lows of 28°F.
Precipitation
Expect about average precipitation. Louisville has a 40-50% chance of seeing higher than average snow and rainfall amounts this winter.
Jimmy Can’t Dance Holiday Jazz Pop-Up | Friday, Dec. 20-Saturday, Dec. 21 | 7 p.m.-12 a.m. | Lucky Penny | $10 | Sip a festive cocktail while you listen to jazzy holiday tunes at this pop-up event from the former downtown jazz club.
Christmas Silent Disco | 8-11 p.m. | Shop Bar | $10 | Rock around the holiday tree to festive tunes at this Barret Avenue bar.
Saturday, Dec. 21
Open Studio Time | 4-7 p.m. | A Purposeful Ponte Studio | $20 | All art supplies will be provided in this studio space, the only thing you need to bring is your creativity.
Blackacre Candlelight Homestead Tour | 5-8 p.m. | Blackacre Nature Preserve & Historic Homestead | $10 suggested donation | Dance merrily in the old, old-fashioned way with pioneer-era music and dancing, plus view historic holiday exhibits.
Sunday, Dec. 22
Candlelight: Holiday Special | 8:45-10 p.m. | Kentucky Science Center | $39 | Hear holiday favorites like, “Deck the Halls” performed by a string quartet under the glow of candlelight.
That’s a wrap. “The Revisionist,” starring two-time Oscar winner Dustin Hoffman and Alison Brie, has been filming in Louisville this week. The story follows a novelist, played by Brie, and locations included Carmichael’s Bookstore. A release date is TBD. (Deadline + WLKY)
Drink
Rose Hill Lagerhaus is making progress on its Highlands taproom, installing a newly built bar. Located in the former Pivot Brewing space, the concept comes from Monnik Brewing Co. An opening date isn’t yet on tap.
Eat
La Bodeguita de Mima is Louisville’s most-booked restaurant, according to reservation service OpenTable. The NuLu Cuban spot finished ahead of Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse and Malone’s, among other Derby City restaurants.
Sports
Louisville City FC will kick off its 11th season on Saturday, March 8, with a visit to the Charleston Battery. The first home game at Lynn Family Stadium will take place two weeks later, on Saturday, March 22 vs. Loudoun United. See the full slate.
Outdoors
100 acres of forest in Louisville’s South End will remain undeveloped in perpetuity, thanks to a conservation easement. Called “Daisy Hill,” the land is located between Iroquois Park and Dixie Highway. (Courier Journal)
Edu
$6.75 million. That’s how much Humana is donating to UofL’s School of Public Health and Information Sciences for health equity research. The funding will support scholarship opportunities and expand research capacity.
Civic
The Louisville Metro Housing Authority (LMHA) is moving. LMHA will consolidate all of its offices onto three floors of the 500 West office tower on Jefferson Street downtown, overlooking Jefferson Square Park. The new location is nearby other Metro Government offices, like Metro Hall.
Listen
Louisville football already landed a transfer portal commitment from USC quarterback Miller Moss, but he may not be the only former Trojan considering joining the Cards. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Louisville Cardinals with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Travel
Didn’t win our recent Fly Away Friday Giveaway? You’re in luck. Louisvillians will have another chance to win two roundtrip tickets out of SDF next month. Stay tuned for the next giveaway taking off soon. In the meantime, explore flights + plan your next vacation. *
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Finance
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Tech
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🎁 Don’t miss these last-minute gift picks
Including a cute necklace and a Kindle remote page turner. | Graphic by 6AM City
Need a last-minute holiday gift that will ship quickly? Shop five great gifts available with Prime two-day shipping.
Layering initial necklace | $15.99 | Ship it fast, but make it feel personal with this 14K gold necklace displaying their first name initial.
Magnetic portable power bank charger | $37.99 | Perfect for the friend whose phone is always dying, this portable charger offers on-the-go power.
Candle warmer lamp + Thymes Fraiser Fir Candle | $39.99 + $36.00 | Make a candle extra special by pairing it with a warmer lamp that will make it last longer with flame-free heat.
