Owensboro (KY) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Owensboro is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C (43°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 21°C (70°F) in July to around -4°C (25°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Owensboro has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1315 mm (52 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, April it receives high rainfall, averaging 150 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month August brings less rainfall, with 64 mm (2.5 in) over 8 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Owensboro Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Owensboro. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.3 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Owensboro.

The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 73%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year