Bedford County Climate
Bedford County, Tennessee
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
59.6°F
Annual Precip
61.6"
Annual Snowfall
1.1"
Extreme Heat Days
49
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,716
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Bedford County
Climate Verdict
Bedford County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 59.6°F, very wet conditions receiving 61.6 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 48.9 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 39.1°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.8°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
Bedford County closely matches the Tennessee statewide average temperature of 58.0°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 6.0 inches more precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Bedford County Weather
High Heat and Heavy Rainfall
Bedford County is significantly warmer than the national median, averaging 59.6°F annually. Its 61.6 inches of annual precipitation makes it one of the wetter regions in the United States.
One of Tennessee's Warmest and Wettest
Bedford is 1.5 degrees warmer than the Tennessee state average of 58.1°F. It also receives nearly 6 inches more rainfall than the state average, marking it as a humid outlier.
Leading the Region in Precipitation
While it shares a 59.6°F average with Benton and Bradley counties, Bedford is notably wetter than both. It experiences more extreme heat than Cannon County, which sits just to its northeast.
Lengthy Summers with Minimal Snow
The county faces 49 days of extreme heat each year, with July temperatures averaging 78.8°F. Snow is a rarity here, with only 1.1 inches falling on average during the 41.3°F winters.
Prepare for a Long Cooling Season
With seven weeks of 90-degree weather, high-efficiency cooling is a must for local homeowners. The extreme 61-inch rainfall requires careful attention to foundation waterproofing and site drainage.
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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.