Hamilton County Climate

Hamilton County, Tennessee

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec59.1°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

59.1°F

Annual Precip

58.9"

Annual Snowfall

4.0"

Extreme Heat Days

27.3

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
5.6"
5.3"
5.6"
5.4"
4.4"
4.6"
4.9"
4.1"
4.7"
3.7"
4.8"
5.8"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring50°67°15.3"Summer74°78°13.6"Fall49°71°13.2"Winter39°42°16.8"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 66% of US counties
Wetter than 89% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 27% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Hamilton County Weather

Warm Valley with High Humidity

Hamilton County's average temperature of 59.1°F is significantly higher than the national median. The region is very wet, receiving 58.9 inches of annual precipitation.

Warmer than the State Average

Hamilton stays a full degree warmer than the Tennessee average of 58.1°F. Its location in the southern Tennessee River valley traps heat more effectively than northern neighbors.

Much Warmer than Plateau Neighbors

At 59.1°F, Hamilton is over 4 degrees warmer than Grundy County. It shares a similar high-precipitation profile with Franklin County, both averaging around 60 inches of rain.

Hot Summers and Light Snow

Residents face 27 days of extreme heat over 90°F each year. Winter is mild with only 4 inches of annual snow and January lows averaging a manageable 39°F.

Invest in High-Efficiency Cooling

With a summer average of 76.2°F and frequent 90-degree days, AC systems will work hard here. Keep umbrellas handy year-round to manage the nearly 59 inches of rainfall.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Hamilton County?
The average annual temperature in Hamilton County, TN is 59.1°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Hamilton County get?
Hamilton County receives an average of 58.9 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Hamilton County?
Yes, Hamilton County receives an average of 4.0 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Hamilton County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Hamilton County is 76.2°F. The county experiences an average of 27.3 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Hamilton County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Hamilton County is 41.1°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 39.0°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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