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Anderson County Climate

Anderson County, Kentucky

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate Normals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec55.2°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

55.2°F

Annual Precip

48.1"

Annual Snowfall

Extreme Heat Days

14

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet
3.4"
3.4"
4.5"
4.6"
5.7"
4.3"
4.8"
3.4"
3.1"
3.8"
3.2"
4.0"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Growing Season & Gardening

USDA Hardiness Zone

6b

Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring45°64°14.8"Summer72°75°12.4"Fall45°68°10.1"Winter33°37°10.8"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 52% of US counties
Wetter than 69% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 46% of US counties

7-Day Outlook

Forecast

Current Conditions

Air Quality

Safety

Weather Alerts

Climate Advisory: Anderson County

Climate Verdict

Anderson County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 55.2°F, moderately wet with 48.1 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 14 days above 90°F annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.

Seasonal Breakdown

Winters are cold, with January averaging 33.0°F. summers are warm — July averages 75.1°F. The 42°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.

Outdoor & Gardening Guidance

The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.

Regional Context

Anderson County closely matches the Kentucky statewide average temperature of 56.0°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Kentucky, the county experiences 15.665934065934064 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Anderson County?
The average annual temperature in Anderson County, KY is 55.2°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Anderson County get?
Anderson County receives an average of 48.1 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
How hot does Anderson County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Anderson County is 73.8°F. The county experiences an average of 14 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Anderson County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Anderson County is 35.6°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 33.0°F.

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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.

Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.

By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
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