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K Index

K Index

K-Index is a measure of thunderstorm potential based on the vertical temperature lapse rate, and the amount and vertical extent of low-level moisture in the atmosphere.

K= 0 to 18	Stable. No Thunderstorms
K= 19 TO 20	Marginally unstable. Thunderstorms Unlikely.
K= 21 TO 25	Moderately unstable. Isolated Thunderstorms.
K= 26 to 30	Widely Scattered Thunderstorms
K= 31 to 35	Numerous Thunderstorms
K= 36 to 40	Very Unstable. Thunderstorms Very Likely
K=> 40	Extremely Unstable. 100% Chance of Thunderstorms

Other UKAWC Stability Indices:

Ag Weather Center, Department of Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering, University of Kentucky

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