Dickson County Climate
Dickson County, Tennessee
Avg Annual Temp
57.5°F
Annual Precip
53.7"
Annual Snowfall
2.5"
Extreme Heat Days
24.63333333333333
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Dickson County Weather
Temperate and Humid Trends
Dickson County averages 57.5°F annually, which is warmer than the national median but moderate for the South. It receives a significant 53.7 inches of precipitation each year.
Slightly Cooler Than the State
The county's 57.5°F average is slightly below the Tennessee state average of 58.1°F. It also sees less extreme heat than much of the state, with only 25 days reaching 90°F.
A Break From the Heat
Dickson is notably cooler than its neighbor Davidson, which records 48 extreme heat days compared to Dickson's 25. Its annual temperature is about 1.4 degrees lower than the Nashville area.
Mild Summers and Cool Winters
July averages 76.6°F, providing a milder summer experience than many surrounding counties. Winters are cool but not harsh, averaging 2.5 inches of snowfall annually.
Outdoor Living in Moderation
Lower extreme heat frequency makes Dickson ideal for outdoor gardening, provided you plan for 53.7 inches of rain. Standard insulation is sufficient for the mild 38.9°F winter average.
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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.