Lee County Climate
Lee County, Kentucky
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
55.5°F
Annual Precip
50.3"
Annual Snowfall
17.1"
Extreme Heat Days
20
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,818
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Lee County
Climate Verdict
Lee County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 55.5°F, moderately wet with 50.3 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 20.25 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 17.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 33.8°F. summers are warm — July averages 75.1°F. The 41°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
Lee County closely matches the Kentucky statewide average temperature of 56.0°F.
Climate Profile
About Lee County Weather
Typical humid subtropical weather
Lee County’s 55.5°F average is slightly warmer than the national median. The environment brings a substantial 50.3 inches of rain per year, which is 12 inches above the US average.
Aligned with Kentucky state averages
The county stays within 0.7 degrees of the Kentucky state average temperature. It also aligns almost perfectly with the state's 50.6-inch annual precipitation average.
Snowier than neighboring Laurel
Lee is significantly snowier than nearby Laurel, recording 17.1 inches compared to Laurel's 5.7. It shares a similar extreme heat profile with Letcher, seeing about 20 days over 90°F.
Crisp winters with high snowfall
Winters are crisp with an average of 36.2°F and significant snowfall totaling 17.1 inches. Summers peak in July with an average of 75.1°F and 20 days of extreme heat.
Stock up on winter gear
Residents need robust winter equipment like snow shovels and salt to handle the high snowfall. Ensure HVAC systems are serviced for both the winter chill and the 20 days of summer heat.
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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.