Pike County Climate
Pike County, Kentucky
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Avg Annual Temp
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Annual Precip
47.4"
Annual Snowfall
1.4"
Extreme Heat Days
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Climate Profile
About Pike County Weather
A Drier Pocket of Appalachia
Pike County receives 47.4 inches of precipitation annually, which is slightly below the national median for this region. While specific temperature averages are limited, its rainfall patterns define the local climate.
Drier than the Kentucky Average
With 47.4 inches of annual rain, Pike County is notably drier than the Kentucky state average of 50.6 inches. It ranks as one of the less precipitous counties in the eastern mountains.
Far Less Snow than Neighbors
Pike County records only 1.4 inches of snow annually, far less than the 8.8 inches seen in neighboring Perry County. This makes it one of the least snowy areas in the Appalachian foothills.
Moderate Precipitation and Little Snow
Though temperature data is sparse, the county is defined by its low 1.4-inch annual snowfall. Rainfall is distributed throughout the year, totaling roughly 47 inches.
Focus on Stormwater Management
Despite having less rain than the state average, 47 inches still requires robust drainage and gutter maintenance. Residents can worry less about heavy snow equipment compared to northern neighbors.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.