Pulaski County Climate
Pulaski County, Kentucky
Avg Annual Temp
58.3°F
Annual Precip
51.6"
Annual Snowfall
8.2"
Extreme Heat Days
20.8
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Pulaski County Weather
Warm and Humid Southern Climate
Pulaski County's 58.3°F average temperature is well above the national median, signaling a warmer southern profile. It receives a heavy 51.6 inches of annual precipitation.
Warmer than the State Average
The county is significantly warmer than the Kentucky average of 56.2°F, with its 58.3°F annual mean. It ranks among the warmer counties in the southern tier of the state.
High Precipitation with Moderate Snow
With 51.6 inches of rain, Pulaski is wetter than both the state average and nearby Perry County. It also maintains a higher January average than its northern neighbors.
Hot Summers and Mild Winters
July averages a warm 77.7°F, though extreme heat days are moderate at 21 per year. Winters remain relatively mild at 39.6°F, despite a surprising 8.2 inches of annual snow.
Balanced Seasonal Infrastructure
Expect higher cooling costs during the 77.7°F summer months. Residents should also keep winter supplies ready for the 8 inches of snow that occurs despite the warm annual average.
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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.