KENTUCKY — While Kentucky is known for its unpredictable weather, the idea of snowfall in September might seem surprising.
Historically, the state is far more familiar with late autumn and winter storms, but records show that September snow, though extremely rare, has occurred in some parts of the Commonwealth.
According to the National Weather Service, Kentucky’s climate typically delays measurable snowfall until late November or December. In major cities like Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green, there has never been any officially recorded measurable snowfall in September.
Kentucky’s geography plays a significant role. Central and western regions sit at lower elevations, making them generally too warm for early-season snow. However, eastern Kentucky’s higher elevations, particularly in the Cumberland Mountains, have a slim historical chance of seeing flakes during September.
When such early snow has occurred, climatologists note it’s usually been brief, often just a light dusting that melts quickly.
On average, Kentucky experiences its first measurable snowfall between late November and early December, depending on the region. This makes the possibility of September snow so rare that it’s considered a weather anomaly rather than a seasonal pattern.
In short, snow in September isn’t impossible, but it remains an extraordinary and unusual event in Kentucky’s weather history.
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