South Shore, KY has a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot and humid summers and cool winters. The average yearly temperature is approximately 61 degrees Fahrenheit, making it an ideal place for those who enjoy moderate weather conditions. During the summer months, temperatures can reach up to 88 degrees Fahrenheit, although this is usually offset by the pleasant sea breezes coming in from nearby Lake Erie. Winters in South Shore are mild, with cold nights and temperatures rarely dropping below freezing. The area frequently experiences precipitation throughout the year, with an annual average of 48 inches.
South Shore, Kentucky gets 41 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
South Shore averages 11 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 164 sunny days per year in South Shore. The US average is 205 sunny days.
South Shore gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 127 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 86 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 22
Rain: averages 41 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 11 inches of snow a year