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Middlesboro (KY) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Middlesboro experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from very warm days to cold weather. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Middlesboro is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in August to a chilly 7°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -3°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Middlesboro has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1330 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 158 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 86 mm of rainfall.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Middlesboro, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.7 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.2 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Knoxville, the United States of America (74 KM, 46 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Knoxville, the United States of America (74 KM, 46 Miles).

Forecast for Middlesboro (KY)

Fri   Jan 10
0°C | -7°C
S 1 m/s
17 mm
broken clouds and snow

broken clouds and snow

Sat   Jan 11
0°C | -7°C
NW 3 m/s
1.5 mm
overcast and slight snow

overcast and slight snow

Sun   Jan 12
3°C | -9°C
S 1 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Middlesboro in the United States of America

During the months of April, May and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Middlesboro?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Middlesboro?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Middlesboro?
    July tops the wettest month list with 158 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Middlesboro?
    February is the driest month with 86 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Middlesboro?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 290 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.