Hawkins County Climate
Hawkins County, Tennessee
Avg Annual Temp
56.3°F
Annual Precip
48.8"
Annual Snowfall
6.3"
Extreme Heat Days
17.7
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Hawkins County Weather
A mild Appalachian climate
Hawkins County's annual average temperature of 56.3°F is closer to the national median than its West Tennessee counterparts. This mountain-influenced climate is more temperate, avoiding the extreme heat found further south.
Cooler than the state average
While the state average is 58.1°F, Hawkins County stays cooler at 56.3°F. It also receives 48.8 inches of rain, which is significantly drier than the Tennessee average of 55.9 inches.
Temperate compared to the west
Hawkins County is roughly 5 degrees cooler on average than counties like Hardin in West Tennessee. Its July average of 75.2°F provides a much milder summer experience than the Tennessee Valley.
Cold winters and snowy peaks
Winters bring a January average of 35.4°F and 6.3 inches of annual snowfall, which is high for the state. Summers are comfortable with only 18 days of extreme heat exceeding 90°F.
Prepare for winter weather
Homeowners should ensure proper insulation and snow removal tools are ready for the 6-inch annual snowfall. The mild summers mean lower cooling costs compared to the rest of Tennessee.
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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.