June weather forecast
Kentucky, USA

June in Kentucky marks the official commencement of summer, bringing with it an unmistakable increase in heat and humidity. Daytime temperatures consistently sit between 75°F (23.9°C) and 90°F (32.2°C), a noticeable leap from the conditions in May. Nighttime lows range from 60°F (15.6°C) to 75°F (23.9°C), ensuring warm evenings that often require air conditioning for comfort.

Although June doesn't usually set temperature records, it is noteworthy for the dramatic rise in humidity levels, making it the beginning of the most humid period in Kentucky. In terms of precipitation, June receives less rainfall than May but maintains a high frequency of thunderstorms, often accompanied by intense bouts of rain. The southern regions usually register slightly higher temperatures, while the northern parts remain cooler but not by a significant margin.

Louisville and Lexington follow the same weather trends, albeit Louisville experiences marginally higher levels of humidity and rainfall due to its proximity to the Ohio River. These cities, along with others in the state, see an upswing in outdoor activities, from barbecues to water sports, despite the need to keep an eye on the sky for sudden thunderstorms.

In comparison to May, June witnesses a decline in overall rainfall but compensates with a surge in humidity and temperature. It serves as a prelude to July and August, traditionally the hottest and most oppressive months in Kentucky. June sets the stage with its blend of warmth and moisture, acting as a gateway to the peak summer months that follow. Overall, June is typified by its high temperatures, sultry conditions, and a somewhat reduced but still significant likelihood of thunderstorms and rain showers.

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• Louisville - June »
  The month with the longest days in Louisville is June, with an average of 14h and 48min of daylight. How many hours of sunshine does Louisville have in June?
• Lexington - June »
  In Lexington in June, during 15.6 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the last day of June, in Lexington sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 9:04 pm EDT.
• Bowling Green - June »
  The month with the longest days in Bowling Green is June, with an average of 14h and 42min of daylight. June and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Bowling Green.
• Owensboro - June »
  In Owensboro, in June, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Owensboro, in June, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Covington - June »
  In Covington in June, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Covington, in June, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Richmond - June »
  
• Georgetown - June »
  In Georgetown in June, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. June's arrival in Georgetown brings a modest temperature shift, moving from 74.8°F (23.8°C) in May to a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C).
• Elizabethtown - June »
  The month with the longest days in Elizabethtown is June, with an average of 14h and 42min of daylight. The month with the most sunshine in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, is June, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.
• Nicholasville - June »
  In Nicholasville, in June, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nicholasville, in June, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Henderson - June »
  June has the longest days of the year in Henderson with an average of 14h and 42min of daylight. On the first day of June in Henderson sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:07 pm.
• Frankfort - June »
  In Frankfort during June, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. June has the longest days of the year in Frankfort, Kentucky, with an average of 14h and 48min of daylight.