Lewis County Climate
Lewis County, Kentucky
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
53.3°F
Annual Precip
47.9"
Annual Snowfall
13.0"
Extreme Heat Days
21
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Lewis County
Climate Verdict
Lewis County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 53.3°F, moderately wet with 47.9 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 20.900000000000002 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 13.0 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 31.6°F. summers are warm — July averages 73.9°F. The 42°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Lewis County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Lewis County closely matches the Kentucky statewide average temperature of 56.0°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Kentucky.
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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.