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Weather & Climate in Williamsburg, KY
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Williamsburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,031 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,031 ft (314 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,253/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7387°N, 84.1657°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Whitley County County |
| Nearest Airport | Lake Cumberland Regional (SME) 33 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 62.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 69.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 48.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
122 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Nov 10, 2012 | 6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky | M4.2 | 108 km | 17 km |
| May 10, 2025 | 21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee | M4.1 | 134 km | 25 km |
| Aug 17, 1990 | 9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky | M4.0 | 73 km | 1 km |
| Jan 20, 2020 | 2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee | M3.8 | 36 km | 35 km |
| Jul 30, 1997 | 6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee | M3.8 | 61 km | 23 km |
| Sep 17, 2004 | 8 km ESE of Corbin, Kentucky | M3.7 | 26 km | 1 km |
| Jun 17, 1998 | 9 km SSE of Coalfield, Tennessee | M3.6 | 91 km | 11 km |
| Mar 5, 2019 | 7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee | M3.4 | 63 km | 17 km |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 2 km NNE of Friendsville, Tennessee | M3.3 | 107 km | 14 km |
| Apr 20, 2010 | 4 km SW of Maryville, Tennessee | M3.3 | 114 km | 2 km |
| May 10, 2006 | 3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee | M3.2 | 136 km | 25 km |
| Jan 27, 2009 | 4 km NE of Williamsburg, Kentucky | M3.2 | 5 km | 26 km |
| Jul 26, 2001 | 11 km N of Sevierville, Tennessee | M3.2 | 102 km | 14 km |
| Jul 26, 2001 | 11 km S of New Market, Tennessee | M3.2 | 99 km | 17 km |
| Mar 7, 2001 | 5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee | M3.2 | 148 km | 18 km |
| Mar 7, 2001 | 6 km NW of Decatur, Tennessee | M3.2 | 146 km | 7 km |
| Nov 8, 1990 | 5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky | M3.2 | 109 km | 0 km |
| Apr 29, 2018 | 10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee | M3.1 | 85 km | 21 km |
| Jan 17, 1999 | 7 km NNW of Flat Lick, Kentucky | M3.1 | 37 km | 1 km |
| Sep 24, 1991 | 6 km NE of Greenback, Tennessee | M3.0 | 116 km | 13 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
219 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 42 fatalities, 602 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 98 km | 18.8 mi | 7 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 85 km | 11.0 mi | 5 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 56 km | 16.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 1971 | EF4 | 89 km | 13.0 mi | 2 |
| Jul 27, 2014 | EF3 | 34 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF3 | 88 km | 8.3 mi | 7 |
| Apr 16, 1998 | EF3 | 93 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
| Feb 21, 1993 | EF3 | 80 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 1988 | EF3 | 40 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 48 km | 13.9 mi | 2 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 73 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 71 km | 12.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 39 km | 22.3 mi | 7 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 48 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 70 km | 28.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 1973 | EF3 | 44 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1967 | EF3 | 9 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1967 | EF3 | 33 km | 23.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 7, 2023 | EF2 | 90 km | 3.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 2021 | EF2 | 46 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (11,817 acres, 1987).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 11,817 | 40 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 11,663 | 60 km |
| 2016 | STINKING CREEK | 10,768 | 32 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 10,327 | 34 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 9,084 | 70 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 8,064 | 52 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 7,907 | 53 km |
| 2001 | CRANE CREEK | 7,555 | 63 km |
| 2001 | COOL SPRINGS | 7,477 | 50 km |
| 2016 | LITTLE SHEPHERD TRAIL | 6,751 | 97 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 6,590 | 20 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 6,456 | 96 km |
| 1987 | K-T FIRE | 6,372 | 24 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 6,067 | 29 km |
| 1987 | LOCUST GAP | 6,014 | 91 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 5,973 | 37 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 5,679 | 43 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 5,426 | 84 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 5,371 | 65 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 4,938 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 4.3 in |
Williamsburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 35°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and October the driest (3.2").