Panola County Climate
Panola County, Mississippi
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
62.5°F
Annual Precip
57.5"
Annual Snowfall
0.9"
Extreme Heat Days
74
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,499
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Panola County
Climate Verdict
Panola County has a warm, averaging 62.5°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 57.5 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 74.2 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.9 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 41.7°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.4°F. The 40°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
Panola County closely matches the Mississippi statewide average temperature of 63.9°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Mississippi.
Climate Profile
About Panola County Weather
Warm temperatures and wet climate
Panola County averages 62.5°F annually, placing it significantly above the national median temperature. The area receives a high amount of precipitation at 57.5 inches per year.
A typical Mississippi temperature
Panola's 62.5°F average is slightly cooler than the statewide average of 63.9°F. Its rainfall levels are very close to the state norm of 59.6 inches.
Warmer than Marshall County
Panola County is warmer than Marshall County, which averages 60.0°F. It also faces 74 days of extreme heat, far more than Marshall’s 53 days.
Sweltering summers and mild winters
The county averages 74 days above 90°F, mostly during the 80.2°F summer months. Winter brings an average of 43.9°F and a small amount of snow at 0.9 inches.
Plan for significant summer heat
With 74 days of extreme heat, energy-efficient cooling is vital for home comfort. Residents should also be prepared for 57.5 inches of annual rain with proper outdoor gear.
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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.