Chickasaw County Climate
Chickasaw County, Mississippi
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
62.3°F
Annual Precip
59.3"
Annual Snowfall
0.8"
Extreme Heat Days
54
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,374
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Chickasaw County
Climate Verdict
Chickasaw County has a warm, averaging 62.3°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 59.3 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 54.4 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.8 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 42.5°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 80.3°F. The 38°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
Chickasaw County closely matches the Mississippi statewide average temperature of 63.9°F, the county experiences 18.73230593607304 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Chickasaw County Weather
Warmer and wetter than the national average
Chickasaw County averages 62.3°F annually, which is significantly warmer than the national median of roughly 54°F. This humid subtropical climate also sees a high annual precipitation of 59.3 inches.
A cooler pocket in the Magnolia State
With an average temperature of 62.3°F, the county is slightly cooler than the Mississippi state average of 63.9°F. It ranks among the more temperate counties in the northern half of the state.
Temperate compared to its southern neighbors
Chickasaw is cooler than Clarke County, which averages 64.7°F further south. Its rainfall of 59.3 inches almost perfectly aligns with the state average of 59.6 inches.
Long summers and rare winter snow
The county faces 54 days of extreme heat above 90°F, while winters remain mild with a January average of 42.5°F. Snow is rare here, averaging only 0.8 inches annually.
Prepare for heat and heavy rain
Residents should maintain efficient cooling systems to handle nearly two months of extreme heat. Reliable rain gear is a must for the 59.3 inches of annual precipitation.
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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.