Rowan County Climate
Rowan County, Kentucky
Avg Annual Temp
54.8°F
Annual Precip
49.9"
Annual Snowfall
9.4"
Extreme Heat Days
31.2
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Rowan County Weather
A Temperate and Humid Climate
Rowan County’s average annual temperature of 54.8°F sits just above the national median. Its 49.9 inches of annual precipitation is nearly 12 inches higher than the average U.S. county.
Cooler Than the State Average
At 54.8°F, the county is notably cooler than the Kentucky state average of 56.2°F. This makes Rowan one of the more temperate locations in the Commonwealth.
Standard Rainfall for the Region
The county's 49.9 inches of rain aligns closely with the state average of 50.6 inches. However, its 9.4 inches of annual snowfall is significantly higher than southern neighbors like Russell County.
Cold Winters and Steamy Summers
Winters are chilly with a January average of 32.9°F, while summers bring 31 days of extreme heat above 90°F. The July average reaches 75.0°F, creating a humid peak for the year.
Gear Up for Variable Weather
Residents should invest in snow removal tools given the 9.4-inch annual average. High-efficiency cooling is also necessary to manage the month-long stretch of 90-degree days.
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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.