McCracken County Climate
McCracken County, Kentucky
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
58.5°F
Annual Precip
50.5"
Annual Snowfall
8.9"
Extreme Heat Days
47
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,618
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: McCracken County
Climate Verdict
McCracken County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 58.5°F, moderately wet with 50.5 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 46.6 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 8.9 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 35.5°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.3°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
McCracken County closely matches the Kentucky statewide average temperature of 56.0°F, the county experiences 16.934065934065938 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About McCracken County Weather
Warm and Sunny Western Kentucky
McCracken County is warmer than the national median, with an average annual temperature of 58.5°F. It sits in a high-precipitation zone that receives 50.5 inches of rain annually.
Exceeding the State Temperature Norm
The county is over two degrees warmer than the Kentucky state average of 56.2°F. Its location near the confluence of major rivers contributes to its humid and warm climate profile.
Similar to Its Western Peers
McCracken mirrors the warmth of neighboring Marshall County, though it is slightly cooler. It experiences significantly more extreme heat days than eastern counties like McCreary.
Sweltering Summers and Light Snow
July is hot with an average of 79.3°F and 47 days of extreme heat above 90°F. Winters are mild compared to the rest of the state, with only 8.9 inches of annual snowfall.
Manage the Summer Heat Stress
With nearly 50 days of extreme heat, high-capacity cooling systems are a necessity. Residents should also prepare for high humidity which can make the 79°F July average feel much warmer.
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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.