Going to Churchill Downs before the Kentucky Derby? Take a rain jacket

The 152nd Kentucky Derby is Saturday, May 2, and folks in Louisville are anxious to see if the weather will cooperate at Churchill Downs.

Here's what we know about rain chances at this year's race.

Kentucky Derby 2026 weather forecast

As of Monday, April 27, meteorologists with the National Weather Service in Louisville predict mostly sunny skies with a high near 65. The low is forecast at 41.

Weather forecast for Louisville, Kentucky, April 27 - May 2, 2026

The extended weather forecast for Louisville, Kentucky, is as follows:

⛈️ Monday, April 27, Dawn at the Downs: A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Increasing clouds, with a high near 83. Winds could gust as high as 26 mph. Some storms in the evening could produce heavy rainfall. Low around 64. Chance of precipitation is 100%.

🌧️☁️🌤️ Tuesday, April 28, 502sDay: A slight chance of showers. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 79. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Low around 61. Chance of precipitation in the evening is 100%.

🌧️ Wednesday, April 29, Winsday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 69. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Partly cloudy, with a low around 45.

☀️ Thursday, April 30****, Thurby: Sunny, with a high near 66 and a low around 46.

🌦️⛅ Friday, May 1, Kentucky Oaks: A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 65 and a low around 41.

🌤️🏇 Saturday, May 2, Kentucky Derby: Mostly sunny, with a high near 65 and a low around 41.

Story continues after photo gallery.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

A Kosiar Shrine member drives a miniature car down Broadway Avenue during the 2026 Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Liam Poole, 14, left, and Evander Wiseheart, 13, clap hands while prepping for the start of the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Ladies with the Red Hat Society wave to spectators during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Cotton Candy vendors walk amidst the crowd, offering candy to the parade spectators during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Lupita Young holds Ocean Evans as they say hello to the Louisville Clowns during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Kendall Moore, Director of the River City Drum Core, dances as they play along East Broadway during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Joon Hyung, right, holds on to a giant American flag as the wind tries to lift it up along East Broadway during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Ha Yenn Jung prevents the American flag from grazing East Broadway during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Shauna Humm, left, and friend William Smith, right, wave to the floats along East Broadway during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026. “I love the parades spirit,” said Will. The two met seven years ago at the parade and have been going to the same spot ever since.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Peggy Miller greets spectators along East Broadway during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Peggy Miller greets spectators along East Broadway during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

The University of Louisville color guard team spins their flags as they march down Broadway Avenue during the 2026 Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Large Vehicles were among the ways that roads were blocked off for the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

A dancer performs a dance during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

White Castle prepared for the roads closing for the 2026 Pegasus Parade, and offered customers service through the drive through windows during the parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Kinsley Farris plays on the ground as the 2026 Pegasus Parade passes her on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Bubbles flow through the air as community members watch the 2026 Pegasus Parade continue on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Levonte Briones,10, throws a football to Donovan Oliver, 10, during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

A member of the Kentucky Elite step team makes a face as she dances during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Community members gather together for the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

A Kosiar Shrine member drives a car down Broadway Avenue during the 2026 Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Lloyd Hoagland poses for a portrait with his dog, Sheba, during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Sheba was a rescue dog, and has been living with Lloyd for over three years.

Members of Israel United in Christ converse with a man during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The organization gathered at the parade to spread the gospel and to inform community members that there is presence of black men in the bible.

Members of Israel United in Christ read scripture during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The organization gathered at the parade to spread the gospel and to inform community members that there is presence of black men in the bible.

Thomas Spurgeon sells a bubble gun to customers during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Thomas Spurgeon blows bubbles and shoots water out of his toy guns as he sells them during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Navy Veteran Schyler Gillett stands on top of the bleachers to get a better view of the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

A child plays in a wagon while the parade marches past her during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

A unit walks down Broadway Avenue for the 2026 Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

The 2026 Pegasus Parade begins to march down Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Armoni Small, 3, has her faced wiped by her grandfather Ken during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Eric Grant, 4, left, blows his bubble gun with Kalsey Case, 4, before the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Sergeant Justin Bickett hands out Louisville Metro Police Department stickers to the Jackson family during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Bickett has been serving on the force for 15 years.

Germon Stevenson, left, 8, Dimitri Boxley, 12, middle, and Geirion Stevenson, 7, watch the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The trio, who are siblings to the late Silas Pollock, wear matching shirts, remembering their brother who died in April 2025.

Workers of the family business A and E Dogs busily prepare gourmet hot dogs during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Angel Brrell replaces a latex glove as she continues to cook sausages and peppers during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Angel has worked in the family business for over 15 years.

A unicylcist waves to the crowd during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Ladies with the Red Hat Society wave to spectators during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

A Kosiar Shrine member drives a miniature car down Broadway Avenue during the 2026 Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Liam Poole, 14, left, and Evander Wiseheart, 13, clap hands while prepping for the start of the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Ladies with the Red Hat Society wave to spectators during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Cotton Candy vendors walk amidst the crowd, offering candy to the parade spectators during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Lupita Young holds Ocean Evans as they say hello to the Louisville Clowns during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Kendall Moore, Director of the River City Drum Core, dances as they play along East Broadway during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Joon Hyung, right, holds on to a giant American flag as the wind tries to lift it up along East Broadway during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Ha Yenn Jung prevents the American flag from grazing East Broadway during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Shauna Humm, left, and friend William Smith, right, wave to the floats along East Broadway during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026. “I love the parades spirit,” said Will. The two met seven years ago at the parade and have been going to the same spot ever since.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Peggy Miller greets spectators along East Broadway during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Peggy Miller greets spectators along East Broadway during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Spectators line East Broadway to catch a glimpse of the floats during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

The University of Louisville color guard team spins their flags as they march down Broadway Avenue during the 2026 Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Large Vehicles were among the ways that roads were blocked off for the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

A dancer performs a dance during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

White Castle prepared for the roads closing for the 2026 Pegasus Parade, and offered customers service through the drive through windows during the parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Kinsley Farris plays on the ground as the 2026 Pegasus Parade passes her on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Bubbles flow through the air as community members watch the 2026 Pegasus Parade continue on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Levonte Briones,10, throws a football to Donovan Oliver, 10, during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

A member of the Kentucky Elite step team makes a face as she dances during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Community members gather together for the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

A Kosiar Shrine member drives a car down Broadway Avenue during the 2026 Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Lloyd Hoagland poses for a portrait with his dog, Sheba, during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Sheba was a rescue dog, and has been living with Lloyd for over three years.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Members of Israel United in Christ converse with a man during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The organization gathered at the parade to spread the gospel and to inform community members that there is presence of black men in the bible.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Members of Israel United in Christ read scripture during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The organization gathered at the parade to spread the gospel and to inform community members that there is presence of black men in the bible.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Thomas Spurgeon sells a bubble gun to customers during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Thomas Spurgeon blows bubbles and shoots water out of his toy guns as he sells them during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Navy Veteran Schyler Gillett stands on top of the bleachers to get a better view of the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

A child plays in a wagon while the parade marches past her during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

A unit walks down Broadway Avenue for the 2026 Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

The 2026 Pegasus Parade begins to march down Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Armoni Small, 3, has her faced wiped by her grandfather Ken during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Eric Grant, 4, left, blows his bubble gun with Kalsey Case, 4, before the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Sergeant Justin Bickett hands out Louisville Metro Police Department stickers to the Jackson family during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Bickett has been serving on the force for 15 years.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Germon Stevenson, left, 8, Dimitri Boxley, 12, middle, and Geirion Stevenson, 7, watch the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The trio, who are siblings to the late Silas Pollock, wear matching shirts, remembering their brother who died in April 2025.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Workers of the family business A and E Dogs busily prepare gourmet hot dogs during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Angel Brrell replaces a latex glove as she continues to cook sausages and peppers during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Angel has worked in the family business for over 15 years.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

A unicylcist waves to the crowd during the 2026 Pegasus Parade on Broadway Avenue in Louisville, Ky, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade returns to Louisville

Ladies with the Red Hat Society wave to spectators during the Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky, Sunday, April 26, 2026.

How often does it rain on Kentucky Derby Day?

Out of 151 Kentucky Derbies, 73 have experienced rain at some point during the day — that's 48%, according to historical records maintained by the National Weather Service. The wettest day on record happened May 5, 2018, when 3.15 inches of precipitation fell in Louisville.

What was the 2025 Kentucky Derby weather?

Sovereignty won the 151st Run for the Roses on a sloppy track after 0.37 inches of rain fell on Churchill Downs last year. It ended a five-year streak of Derby horses running on a fast track. The high of the cloudy day was 65 degrees.

Live weather radar for Louisville, Kentucky

Louisville Courier Journal reporter Alexis Cubit contributed.

John Tufts covers trending news for IndyStar and Midwest Connect. Send him a news tip at John.Tufts@IndyStar.com. Find him on BlueSky at JohnWritesStuff.

This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Kentucky Derby 2026 weather forecast as of April 27. Will it rain?