Russell County Climate
Russell County, Kentucky
Avg Annual Temp
55.4°F
Annual Precip
57.0"
Annual Snowfall
4.9"
Extreme Heat Days
25
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Russell County Weather
A Particularly Wet Landscape
Russell County’s 55.4°F average temperature is slightly higher than the national median. It receives a staggering 57.0 inches of precipitation, far exceeding the 38-inch national average.
Leading the State in Rainfall
While its temperature is slightly below the Kentucky average of 56.2°F, Russell is much wetter than the state norm. It exceeds the state average rainfall by nearly seven inches annually.
Low Snow Compared to Neighbors
Russell County sees only 4.9 inches of snow annually, which is roughly half of what Rowan County experiences. Its high precipitation falls primarily as rain rather than winter accumulation.
Mild Winters and Manageable Heat
The county experiences a mild winter average of 36.6°F from December through February. Summer heat is moderate for the region, with only 25 days reaching 90°F or higher.
Prioritize Drainage and Rain Gear
Heavy rainfall requires robust gutter systems and proper home site drainage. Residents can worry less about heavy snow gear, as annual accumulation rarely exceeds five inches.
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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.