Henderson County Climate
Henderson County, Kentucky
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
56.9°F
Annual Precip
46.8"
Annual Snowfall
6.5"
Extreme Heat Days
39
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,281
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Henderson County
Climate Verdict
Henderson County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 56.9°F, moderately wet with 46.8 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 38.8 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 6.5 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 33.3°F. summers are warm — July averages 77.6°F. The 44°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
Henderson County closely matches the Kentucky statewide average temperature of 56.0°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Kentucky.
Climate Profile
About Henderson County Weather
Warm river valley climate patterns
Henderson County averages 56.9°F annually, making it warmer than the typical American county. This humid subtropical region experiences higher-than-average humidity levels due to its proximity to the Ohio River.
Warmer than the average Kentucky county
The local annual temperature of 56.9°F sits above the Kentucky state average of 56.2°F. While warmer, the county receives 46.8 inches of rain, which is drier than the state average of 50.6 inches.
Drier than southern neighbor Hopkins
Henderson is nearly 3 degrees cooler annually than Hopkins County to its south. It also receives about 5 inches less rainfall than Hopkins, making it one of the drier spots in the western Kentucky region.
Steamy summers and light snow
Residents face 39 extreme heat days where temperatures top 90°F, concentrated during the 76.3°F summer months. Winter is relatively mild with 6.5 inches of annual snow and a January average of 33.3°F.
Manage summer heat and humidity
Efficient air conditioning is essential to handle the 39 days of extreme heat and 77.6°F July peaks. Keep a light snow shovel ready for the 6.5 inches of annual accumulation that typically occurs between December and March.
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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.