Knoxville (MD) Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Knoxville’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United States of America.
Monthly Temperature Averages
With significant temperature fluctuations, Knoxville enjoys distinct seasons year-round. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around -5°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Knoxville by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, receives about 63 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 10 days. For more information, please visit our Knoxville Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in the United States of America Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United States of America. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Knoxville Temperatures Compared World Wide
Knoxville’s average annual maximum temperature is 18°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Knoxville’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Knoxville climate page.
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