Breathitt County Climate
Breathitt County, Kentucky
Avg Annual Temp
55.9°F
Annual Precip
50.4"
Annual Snowfall
23.4"
Extreme Heat Days
10.5
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Breathitt County Weather
Balanced Appalachian Climate Patterns
Breathitt County averages 55.9°F annually, aligning closely with the national median for the mid-latitudes. The region benefits from a humid subtropical climate that provides distinct seasonal transitions.
Typical Kentucky Temperature Profile
At 55.9°F, Breathitt County sits just 0.3 degrees below the state average of 56.2°F. It represents the typical climate experience found across much of eastern Kentucky.
A Snowy Mountain Outlier
While many Kentucky counties see little accumulation, Breathitt records 23.4 inches of annual snowfall. Its precipitation of 50.4 inches is almost identical to the state average of 50.6 inches.
Mild Summers and Snowy Winters
Breathitt enjoys remarkably mild summers with only 11 days reaching 90°F, far fewer than western Kentucky. Winter temperatures average 37.1°F, often accompanied by significant snowfall.
Winter Readiness is Essential
Given the 23.4 inches of snow, residents should invest in quality winter tires and reliable home heating. Summer cooling costs are generally lower here than in the hotter western parts of the state.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.