The best times to visit Prestonsburg for ideal weather are

April 2nd to June 10th

or

August 27th to October 28th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Prestonsburg Travel Info

Weather in Prestonsburg

Temperature

Average temperatures in Prestonsburg vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 59th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Prestonsburg, the hottest months are July, June, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid June where highs are regularly around 88.2°F (31.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 70.8°F (21.6°C) at night.

Prestonsburg Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Prestonsburg Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Prestonsburg Perceived Temperature (F)

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Prestonsburg Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Prestonsburg Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 42.4 33.6 27
Feb 37.4 27.9 20.1
Mar 57.1 46.5 37.7
Apr 69.2 58 48.8
May 79.5 68.5 59
Jun 83 73.1 65.7
Jul 83.4 74.1 67.3
Aug 82 71.8 64.2
Sep 78.4 67.9 60
Oct 66.6 57.1 49.7
Nov 57 47.5 40
Dec 53.5 45.7 39.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.8 0.9 -2.8
Feb 3 -2.3 -6.6
Mar 13.9 8.1 3.2
Apr 20.7 14.4 9.3
May 26.4 20.3 15
Jun 28.3 22.8 18.7
Jul 28.6 23.4 19.6
Aug 27.8 22.1 17.9
Sep 25.8 19.9 15.6
Oct 19.2 13.9 9.8
Nov 13.9 8.6 4.4
Dec 11.9 7.6 4.2

 


 
Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Prestonsburg.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Prestonsburg (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0
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Humidity and Wind

Prestonsburg has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (48.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (79.7%).

Wind in Prestonsburg is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is February, followed by April and March. February’s average wind speed of around 4.8 knots (5.6 MPH or 9 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 13.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Prestonsburg.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.3 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.8 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Mar 4.6 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.7 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
May 2.9 Barely noticeable 8.6 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.2 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
Jul 2.4 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 2.2 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 2.4 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.7 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.4 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.1 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 60.1%
Feb 53.9%
Mar 53.9%
Apr 48.9%
May 58.4%
Jun 72.2%
Jul 79.7%
Aug 76.3%
Sep 76.4%
Oct 68.3%
Nov 53.7%
Dec 70.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Prestonsburg?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Prestonsburg, KY, US is October, followed by February and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Prestonsburg in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 49.1 in November means 49.1% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Prestonsburg Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 81.7°F (27.6°C) and 47.9°F (8.8°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Prestonsburg, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 85.1°F (29.5°C) and 51.5°F (10.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Prestonsburg to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 56.2°F (13.4°C) and 26.7°F (-2.9°C). These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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