Climate of Kentucky, USA
Area-weighted average across Kentucky. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kentucky, a subdivision of United States of America, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 0.3°C / 32.5°F in January to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in July, with rainfall from 77 mm / 3 in to 122 mm / 4.8 in depending on the season (1223 mm / 48.1 in total across the year). See the 3 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.3°C32.5°F | 86 mm3.4″ | Snowy |
| February | 2.4°C36.3°F | 93 mm3.7″ | — |
| March | 7.6°C45.7°F | 116 mm4.6″ | — |
| April | 12.7°C54.9°F | 108 mm4.3″ | — |
| May | 17.5°C63.5°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| June | 22.1°C71.8°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
| July | 24.4°C75.9°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
| August | 23.6°C74.5°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| September | 20.2°C68.4°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| October | 13.8°C56.8°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| November | 8.1°C46.6°F | 102 mm4″ | — |
| December | 3°C37.4°F | 109 mm4.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kentucky?
Kentucky, United States of America does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 24.4°C / 75.9°F, and the driest is October at 77 mm / 3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Kentucky?
Kentucky, United States of America has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 0.3°C / 32.5°F in January to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1223 mm / 48.1 in, with the wettest month being May (122 mm / 4.8 in) and the driest October (77 mm / 3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kentucky?
The hottest month in Kentucky is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.4°C / 75.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Kentucky?
The coldest month in Kentucky is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 0.3°C / 32.5°F.
When does it rain most in Kentucky?
The wettest month in Kentucky is May, averaging about 122 mm / 4.8 in of rainfall. The driest is October with about 77 mm / 3 in.