Kent County Climate
Kent County, Maryland
Avg Annual Temp
56.0°F
Annual Precip
46.0"
Annual Snowfall
16.7"
Extreme Heat Days
37.3
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Kent County Weather
Temperate Climate with High Rainfall
Kent County averages 56.0°F annually, placing it above the national median for temperature. Its 46.0 inches of annual precipitation exceeds the national average for rainfall.
The Heart of Maryland's Average
The county's 56.0°F average temperature almost perfectly matches the statewide average of 55.9°F. It represents a standard climate profile for the Middle Atlantic region.
Cooler than Southern Neighbors
Kent is cooler than neighboring Queen Anne's County, which averages 57.1°F. Despite this, Kent sees 37 days over 90°F, making it one of the hotter spots in the immediate area.
Significant Heat and Moderate Snow
The county receives 16.7 inches of snow annually during winters that average 36.2°F. Summers are intense, with a July average of 77.7°F and over five weeks of extreme heat.
Budget for Summer Cooling Costs
With 37 days of extreme heat, efficient air conditioning is a primary household necessity. Keep a snow shovel ready for the 16.7 inches of annual snowfall.
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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.