Leake County Climate
Leake County, Mississippi
Avg Annual Temp
63.8°F
Annual Precip
60.1"
Annual Snowfall
0.2"
Extreme Heat Days
77.2
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Leake County Weather
Moderate warmth for the South
Leake County averages 63.8°F annually, which is roughly 10 degrees warmer than the national median. This typical humid subtropical climate stays consistent with the broader Southern region.
Aligning with the state average
The county's 63.8°F annual temperature almost perfectly matches the Mississippi state average of 63.9°F. This makes Leake a benchmark for typical weather patterns within the state.
Consistent with central neighbors
Leake is slightly warmer than neighboring Madison County, which averages 63.4°F. It receives more precipitation than Madison, tallying 60.1 inches of rain compared to Madison's 57.0 inches.
Predictable heat and wet winters
The county endures 77 days of extreme heat annually where temperatures top 90°F. Winter averages stay around 46.9°F, and while snow is rare at 0.2 inches, the seasonal rainfall is significant.
Prepare for wet, hot conditions
A heavy annual rainfall of 60.1 inches means residents should prepare for frequent storms and potential localized flooding. Ensure home insulation handles both the 81.4°F July average and the 77 days of intense heat.
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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.