Ross County Climate

Ross County, Ohio

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec53.5°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

53.5°F

Annual Precip

Annual Snowfall

Extreme Heat Days

21.7

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

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Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring42°63°0.0"Summer72°75°0.0"Fall44°66°0.0"Winter30°35°0.0"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 45% of US counties

Data pending

More seasonal variation than 51% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Ross County Weather

Ross County Matches the National Temperature Median

With an average annual temperature of 53.5°F, Ross County aligns closely with the United States median. This humid continental region experiences warmer overall conditions than much of the Great Lakes area.

Warmer Than the Average Ohio County

Ross County is notably warmer than the state average of 51.5°F. Its 53.5°F annual mean places it among the warmer southern half of Ohio's 88 counties.

A Warm Bridge Between North and South

Ross County’s 53.5°F average is warmer than northern neighbors like Richland at 50.5°F. However, it remains slightly cooler than Scioto County further south, which averages 54.9°F.

Extended Heat and Moderate Winter Temps

The county faces 22 extreme heat days annually where temperatures top 90°F. Winter stays slightly milder than the state average, with a January mean of 30.1°F.

Preparing for Significant Summer Heat Loads

Residents should invest in robust air conditioning systems to navigate the three weeks of 90-degree weather. While snowfall data is limited, the 32.8°F winter average suggests a mix of freezing and thawing cycles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Ross County?
The average annual temperature in Ross County, OH is 53.5°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How hot does Ross County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Ross County is 73.2°F. The county experiences an average of 21.7 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Ross County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Ross County is 32.8°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 30.1°F.

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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.

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