Meads, KY Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Meads get?

Meads gets 46.7 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 122 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 80% of the US.

May is the wettest month, with 4.8 in. October is the driest, with 3.0 in. March has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 19 days, to September 3, 2025.

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Does it snow in Meads?

The snowiest winter on record is 1977–78, with 55.7 in.

The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on March 17, 2026.

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Meads weather by month

Meads weather in January

In January, Meads averages a high of 42°F and a low of 21°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The January record high is 79°F (2005) and the record low is -25°F (1994).

Meads weather in February

In February, Meads averages a high of 46°F and a low of 23°F. It gets 3.7 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The February record high is 80°F (2002) and the record low is -23°F (1996).

Meads weather in March

In March, Meads averages a high of 56°F and a low of 31°F. It gets 4.4 in of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The March record high is 88°F (1973) and the record low is -9°F (2015).

Meads weather in April

In April, Meads averages a high of 69°F and a low of 40°F. It gets 3.9 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The April record high is 92°F (2002) and the record low is 9°F (1996). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Meads weather in May

In May, Meads averages a high of 77°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 4.8 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The May record high is 106°F (1996) and the record low is 20°F (1996).

Meads weather in June

In June, Meads averages a high of 85°F and a low of 60°F. It gets 4.5 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The June record high is 103°F (2012) and the record low is 30°F (1988).

Meads weather in July

In July, Meads averages a high of 87°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 4.6 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The July record high is 104°F (1988) and the record low is 34°F (1988).

Meads weather in August

In August, Meads averages a high of 86°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 3.9 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The August record high is 105°F (1999) and the record low is 30°F (1986).

Meads weather in September

In September, Meads averages a high of 80°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 3.3 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The September record high is 99°F (1973) and the record low is 27°F (1974).

Meads weather in October

In October, Meads averages a high of 69°F and a low of 42°F. It gets 3.0 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The October record high is 92°F (2019) and the record low is 10°F (1988). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Meads weather in November

In November, Meads averages a high of 56°F and a low of 31°F. It gets 3.0 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The November record high is 84°F (2004) and the record low is 2°F (1976).

Meads weather in December

In December, Meads averages a high of 46°F and a low of 26°F. It gets 4.2 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The December record high is 82°F (1982) and the record low is -18°F (1989).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Meads

September is the sunniest month in Meads, with sunshine about 53% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 29%. Over the year the sun shines about 42% of daylight hours. Meads is cloudier than 82% of the US.

Humidity peaks in August at 71% and is lowest in March at 56%.

Meads has about 30 days a year above 90°F. Meads is hotter than 51% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 6 days a year.

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First and last freeze in Meads

The first fall freeze in Meads typically comes around October 18, and the last spring freeze around April 29. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 172 days.

Meads weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Meads station is 106°F, on May 20, 1996. The coldest is -25°F, on January 19, 1994.

The wettest day on record brought 5.6 in of rain, on July 20, 1973.

39 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°F per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Meads

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 45°F and lows near 24°F. Snow is possible.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 67°F and lows near 40°F.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 86°F and lows near 62°F. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 68°F and lows near 43°F.

Meads climate questions

How much rain does Meads get?

Meads gets 46.7 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 122 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Meads?

May is the wettest month in Meads, with 4.8 in. October is the driest, with 3.0 in.

How many rainy days does Meads have a year?

Meads has about 122 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Meads?

July is the warmest month in Meads, with an average high of 87°F.

What is the coldest month in Meads?

January is the coldest month in Meads, with an average low of 21°F.

What is the record high temperature in Meads?

The record high at the Meads station is 106°F, set on May 20, 1996. The record low is -25°F, on January 19, 1994.

What is the sunniest month in Meads?

September is the sunniest month in Meads, with sunshine about 53% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Meads?

The first fall freeze in Meads typically comes around October 18. The last spring freeze is around April 29.

What is the best time to visit Meads?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.