Lincoln County, KY has a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters. Average temperatures during the summer range from 75 to 85°F while winter temperatures usually stay between 35 and 45°F. The county receives an abundance of rainfall each year, making it one of the most rain-drenched locations in the state. The area also experiences severe weather during late spring and early summer, including thunderstorms, hail, tornadoes, and high winds. However, despite this extreme weather, Lincoln County is known for its milder climate when compared to other areas of Kentucky.
Lincoln County, Kentucky gets 48 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Lincoln County averages 11 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 190 sunny days per year in Lincoln County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Lincoln County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 112 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 26
Rain: averages 48 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 11 inches of snow a year