Warren County Climate
Warren County, Kentucky
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
59.1°F
Annual Precip
51.0"
Annual Snowfall
8.3"
Extreme Heat Days
47
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,705
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Warren County
Climate Verdict
Warren County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 59.1°F, moderately wet with 51.0 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 47.4 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 8.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 37.2°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.7°F. The 43°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
Warren County is 3.1°F warmer than the Kentucky statewide average of 56.0°F, the county experiences 17.734065934065935 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Warren County Weather
Warm and Exceptionally Humid
Warren County’s 59.1°F average temperature is significantly higher than the national median. It receives 51.0 inches of precipitation, placing it among the wetter regions in the country.
One of Kentucky's Warmest Areas
The county's 59.1°F average is nearly three degrees warmer than the Kentucky state average of 56.2°F. It ranks as a climate leader for heat in the Commonwealth.
Intense Heat and Surprising Snow
Warren sees 47 extreme heat days, far more than any of its northern neighbors. Despite the heat, it still averages 8.3 inches of snow, nearly as much as Rowan County.
A Summer of Extreme Heat
July is very hot with an average of 79.7°F and a total of 47 days over 90°F across the year. Winters are mild with a January average of 37.2°F, though snow is still common.
Prepare for Long Heatwaves
Air conditioning systems must be robust enough to handle seven weeks of 90-degree weather. Keep a snow shovel ready for the 8.3 inches of accumulation that typically falls during winter.
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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.