Fayette County Climate
Fayette County, Tennessee
Avg Annual Temp
61.2°F
Annual Precip
55.5"
Annual Snowfall
2.6"
Extreme Heat Days
61.1
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Fayette County Weather
A Warm Southern Climate
Fayette County averages 61.2°F annually, placing it among the warmer regions in the United States. Its climate is defined by high humidity and substantial annual rainfall of 55.5 inches.
One of Tennessee's Warmest Spots
The county's 61.2°F average is 3.1 degrees higher than the state average of 58.1°F. Its annual precipitation of 55.5 inches sits very close to the state average of 55.9 inches.
Leading the Region in Heat
Fayette is warmer than Crockett County, recording 61 extreme heat days compared to Crockett's 43. The county's 61.2°F average reflects the broader heat trends of the West Tennessee border region.
Intense Summers and Soft Winters
Summers are long and hot with a July average of 80.5°F and two full months of 90-degree days. Winters are brief and mild, seeing only 2.6 inches of snowfall annually.
Energy Efficiency for Cooling
High-performance home cooling is vital to manage 61 days of extreme heat. Since winters stay relatively warm at 42.5°F, focus your home improvement budget on solar shading and ventilation.
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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.