Clay County Climate
Clay County, Mississippi
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
63.6°F
Annual Precip
58.0"
Annual Snowfall
0.5"
Extreme Heat Days
78
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Clay County
Climate Verdict
Clay County has a warm, averaging 63.6°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 58.0 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 77.7 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.5 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 43.7°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 82.0°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
Clay County closely matches the Mississippi statewide average temperature of 63.9°F.
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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.