Prentiss County Climate
Prentiss County, Mississippi
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
60.0°F
Annual Precip
60.4"
Annual Snowfall
1.1"
Extreme Heat Days
41
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,786
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Prentiss County
Climate Verdict
Prentiss County has a warm, averaging 60.0°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 60.4 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 41.2 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 1.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 39.5°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.7°F. The 39°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
Prentiss County is 3.9°F cooler than the Mississippi statewide average of 63.9°F, the county experiences 31.932305936073035 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Prentiss County Weather
Mild Overall Temps and Moderate Rain
Prentiss County averages 60.0°F annually, sitting closer to the national median than most Mississippi counties. This creates a more balanced climate with distinct seasonal shifts.
One of the State's Coolest Counties
The county's 60.0°F average is nearly four degrees lower than the Mississippi state average of 63.9°F. Prentiss experiences some of the mildest summers in the entire state.
Least Extreme Heat in the Region
Prentiss only sees 41 days of temperatures over 90°F, which is less than half the heat days experienced in Rankin County. It remains slightly wetter than the state average with 60.4 inches of rain.
Coldest Winters and Regular Snowfall
Winter temperatures average a brisk 41.8°F, accompanied by 1.1 inches of annual snowfall. Summer is the mildest of the group, with a seasonal average of 77.4°F.
Ready the Winter Gear Early
With over an inch of snow and temperatures often dropping in winter, residents should keep winter coats and ice scrapers handy. The 41 extreme heat days are manageable, but home insulation remains key for winter warmth.
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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.