The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its Fall 2025 forecast, and Kentucky is in for a cooler, drier autumn season.
While much of the western U.S. will bask in warmer-than-normal conditions, Louisville residents should prepare for crisp mornings, reduced rainfall, and a colorful fall.
At the same time, Louisville’s housing market is also in the spotlight, as one of the Realtor.com® 2025 Hottest ZIP Codes. Between the weather and the red hot market, it’s a good time to be a resident in the Louisville neighborhood.
Kentucky forecast: a chill in the air
According to the Almanac’s state-by-state breakdown, Kentucky is forecasted to be “cool and dry” this fall, much like most of the surrounding area.
In the Appalachians regional forecast, September will average 65°F with 3 inches of rainfall—about 2 inches below normal in the north. October will average 53°F, about 1° below usual, with 2.5 inches of rain, again under normal totals. Homeowners can expect warm days early in the season, scattered showers mid-month, and a drier, cooler finish.
This forecast follows the broader Northeast and Ohio Valley trend of cooler, drier weather, while regions like the Southeast and Texas will remain warmer than average for this time of year.
Louisville among the nation’s hottest ZIP codes
Louisville’s housing market is attracting buyers nationwide. ZIP code 40241 ranked No. 40 on the Realtor.com list of the Hottest ZIP Codes of 2025. Homes in this area sold for a median price of $392,000, averaged just 29 days on the market, and drew 2.5× more views per property than the national average.
Nearby Midwest markets also made the rankings, including Ballwin, MO (ZIP 63021), which came in at No. 4 with a $350,000 median, and Jefferson City, MO (ZIP 65109), ranked No. 20 at $363,000. These results underscore growing buyer demand across the central U.S., where homes remain more affordable than on the coasts but still sell quickly.
September homeowner to-dos for the autumn season
With cooler weather settling in, Louisville homeowners should get ahead on fall upkeep. The Realtor.com September home maintenance checklist highlights a few essential tasks to get started on before it gets too cold to be outside.
With that in mind, Ryan Williams, general manager of 128 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric, suggests starting in the outdoors. “Fix walkway and entryway areas before slippery weather can cause a tripping or falling accident,” he said.
Additionally, Chris Granger, vice president of Sears Home Services, advises cleaning and inspecting siding before winter sets in. “September is a great time to use a pressure washer to clean it up—and inspect for more serious problems before winter comes”.
Other recommended steps include resealing drafty windows, sweeping chimneys before setting the first fire, and replacing HVAC filters to improve efficiency before it’s time to crank up the heat.
This article was produced with editorial input from Dina Sartore-Bodo and Gabriella Iannetta.
