Climate normals · 1970–2000
Lexington-Fayette Climate
Lexington-Fayette is a city in United States (KY) with a population of about 314,488. Its average annual temperature is 12.9°C (55°F), with roughly 1165 mm of rain per year.
12.9°C
Avg Temp
1165
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Lexington-Fayette Climate
Lexington-Fayette has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F) and receives about 1165 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.9°C
Avg Temp
1165
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 31° | 78 mm |
| February | 2° / 36° | 82 mm |
| March | 7° / 45° | 113 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 102 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 120 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 108 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 118 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 97 mm |
| September | 20° / 69° | 86 mm |
| October | 14° / 57° | 70 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 89 mm |
| December | 3° / 37° | 102 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Lexington-Fayette
The most comfortable months to visit Lexington-Fayette are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Lexington-Fayette are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Lexington-Fayette, United States has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C and about 1165 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in Lexington-Fayette average about 31°C (87°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.