Madison County Climate
Madison County, Kentucky
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
57.0°F
Annual Precip
48.1"
Annual Snowfall
1.3"
Extreme Heat Days
24
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,182
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Madison County
Climate Verdict
Madison County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 57.0°F, moderately wet with 48.1 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 23.7 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 1.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 35.3°F. summers are warm — July averages 76.8°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
Madison County closely matches the Kentucky statewide average temperature of 56.0°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Kentucky.
Climate Profile
About Madison County Weather
Warmer and wetter than national norms
Madison County's average of 57.0°F is higher than the national median. It experiences a humid climate with 48.1 inches of rain, which is over 10 inches wetter than the US average.
Typical Kentucky temperature and rain
Madison is slightly warmer than the Kentucky state average of 56.2°F. However, its 48.1 inches of rain is slightly below the state average of 50.6 inches.
Drier than western neighbors
Madison is significantly drier and warmer than Logan County. While neighbors like Lee see over 17 inches of snow, Madison typically records just 1.3 inches annually.
Mild winters with minimal snow
Summers are warm with 24 days over 90°F and a July average of 76.8°F. Winters are manageable with a 37.9°F average and very little snow accumulation.
Prioritize indoor cooling efficiency
Minimal snow gear is needed here, as the county only sees 1.3 inches of snowfall. Residents should focus on managing the 24 extreme heat days with reliable indoor cooling.
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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.