Jay County, Indiana has a humid continental climate with hot and humid summers, cold and snowy winters, and moderate spring and autumn seasons. Precipitation is relatively common throughout the year, with ample rainfall in spring and summer months, as well as average snowfall amounts in winter. Winters in Jay County are known for being quite cold, with temperatures commonly falling below freezing between the months of November and March. Summers are usually warm and humid, with daytime temperatures reaching into the upper 80s or lower 90s on average. Overall, Jay County experiences four distinct seasons throughout the year.
Jay County, Indiana gets 39 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Jay County averages 22 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 180 sunny days per year in Jay County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Jay County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 119 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 84 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 18
Rain: averages 39 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 22 inches of snow a year