Sharkey County Climate
Sharkey County, Mississippi
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
65.8°F
Annual Precip
55.3"
Annual Snowfall
0.3"
Extreme Heat Days
97
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
6,365
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Sharkey County
Climate Verdict
Sharkey County has a warm, averaging 65.8°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 55.3 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 96.7 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 45.8°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 83.3°F. The 38°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Summer outdoor activities should be planned for early morning or evening to avoid extreme heat.
Regional Context
Sharkey County closely matches the Mississippi statewide average temperature of 63.9°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Mississippi, the county experiences 23.567694063926965 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Sharkey County Weather
Warmer temperatures in the Delta
Sharkey County maintains an average annual temperature of 65.8°F, placing it well above the national median for U.S. counties. This humid subtropical climate stays significantly warmer than the central United States throughout the year.
Exceeding the Mississippi average
The county's average temperature of 65.8°F sits nearly two degrees higher than the Mississippi state average of 63.9°F. This makes Sharkey one of the warmer regions in the state, despite its inland position.
A hot pocket in the Delta region
With an annual average of 65.8°F, Sharkey is noticeably warmer than northern neighbors like Sunflower County, which averages 64.2°F. While nearby counties share high humidity, Sharkey experiences more intense cumulative heat.
Stifling summers and mild winters
Residents face 97 days of extreme heat per year where temperatures exceed 90°F. Winter remains temperate with a December-February average of 48.1°F and negligible annual snowfall of only 0.3 inches.
Prepare for the heat
Efficient HVAC systems are essential here given the 97 days of extreme heat. Outdoor planning should account for 55.3 inches of annual rainfall, which often brings heavy humidity during the long summer months.
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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.