1996 KENTUCKY GROWING SEASON SUMMARY
Tue Dec 24 14:30:00 EST 1996

By UK Ag. Weather Center
     Tom Priddy
     Erin K. O. Roland

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 12-23-96 to 12-29-96

Temperatures for the period averaged 44 degrees across the state which was
11 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 50 in the West to
55 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 7
degrees above normal in the West to 13 degrees above normal in the East. Low
temperatures averaged from 35 degrees in the West to 36 degrees in the
East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from +7 degrees from
normal in the West to +15 degrees from normal in the East.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.03 inches statewide
which was 0.08 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate
division, West 1.20 inches, Central 1.12 inches, Bluegrass 0.96 inches and
East 0.85 inches, which was +0.19, +0.10, +0.10 and -0.07 inches
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a
low of 0.36 inches at Cape Girardeau to a high of 2.16 inches at Princeton.
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For the Period 12-16-96 to 12-22-96
Temperatures for the period averaged 30 degrees
across the state which was 5 degrees below
normal. High temperatures averaged from 34 in the
West to 37 in the East. Departures from normal high
temperatures ranged from -11 degrees from normal in
the West to -6 degrees from normal in the East. Low
temperatures averaged from 22 degrees in the West to
24 degrees in the East.  Departure from normal low
temperature ranged from -6 degrees from normal
in the West to +2 degrees from normal in the East

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled
1.45 inches statewide which was 0.50 inches above normal.
Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.43 inches,
Central 2.21 inches, Bluegrass 1.54 inches and East 0.64
inches, which was +0.42, +1.18,+0.69, and -0.28 inches
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals
ranged from a low of 0.03 inches at Bristol to a
high of 2.74 inches at Nashville.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 12-09-96 to 12-15-96

After a cold Monday, above normal temperatures and below normal
rainfall rounded out the week.

Temperatures for the period averaged 46 degrees across the
state which was 10 degrees above normal. High temperatures
averaged from 57 in the West to 55 in the East. Departure from
normal high temperatures ranged from 8 degrees above normal in
the West to 9 degrees above normal in the East. Low temperatures
averaged from 38 degrees in the West to 37 degrees in the East.
Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 8 degrees
above normal in the West to 13 degrees above normal in the East.
Extreme high temperatures were common on Tuesday (12/10) and 
Wednesday (12/11) with highs in the mid 60's to low 70's. 
Louisville reported a record High temperature on Wednesday
of 69 degrees, Bowling Green reported a high of 71. The highest
Low temperature of 58 was reported in Louisville on Wednesday
evening. Temperatures cooled down Friday (12/13) and Saturday (12/14)
with warm temperatures returning on Sunday (12/15). Relative 
humidities for the period reported highs near 100 percent with
lows in the mid 50's to upper 60's. Soil temperatures are 
remaining constant with highs in the mid 40's to near 50 with
lows in the low to upper 40's. 

Rainfall on Thursday (12/12) brought amouts of less than 0.10
of an inch to over 1 inch in some areas.  Lexington reported 1.46
inches, Paducah reported 1.56 inches, Princeton reported 1.38
inches; and Spindeltop (UK Research Farm) reported 0.83 inches.
Sunday (12/15) rainfall occurred mostly in Western Kentucky
with Paducah reporting 0.42 inches and Bowling Green 0.25 inches.
Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.77 inches
statewide which was 0.18 inches below normal.
Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.20 inches,
Central 0.74 inches, Bluegrass 0.77 inches and East 0.36
inches, which was +0.19, -0.29, -0.08 and -0.56 inches
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals
ranged from a low of 0.04 inches at Quicksand to a high of 1.98
inches at Paducah. 
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 12-02-96 to 12-08-96

Although, Kentucky saw cold temperatures and flurries last week;
the first full week of December had temperatures averaging slightly
above normal with below normal precipitation. 

Temperatures for the period averaged 40 degrees across the
state which was 1 degree above normal. High temperatures
averaged from 50 in the West to 49 in the East. Departure from 
normal high temperatures ranged from 1 degree below normal in 
the West to 1 degree above normal in the East. Low temperatures
averaged from 32 degrees in the West to 30 degrees in the East.
Departure from normal low temperature ranged from 1 degree below 
normal in the West to 3 degrees above normal in the East. Extreme
high temperatures occurred on Friday (12/6) with Glasgow reporting
a high of 62 degrees with Bowling Green and Pricenton reporting 60.
Extreme low temperatures occurred on Wednesday with lows in the low 20's
to low 30's. Paducah reported a low of 23 degrees; Spindeltop (UK
Research Farm) 26; Henderson 22; and Cumberland Gap 26. Relative
humidities for the period reported highs near 100 percent with 
lows varying in the low 30's to near 70 percent. Soil temperatures
remained constant with highs in the upper 40's to near 50 and lows
in the low to mid 40's.

Mid week rains (Thursday 12/5) brought amounts of less than a quarter
of an inch to near a half inch of rain. Hardinsburg received 0.43
inches; Princeton 0.32 inches; Bardstown 0.30 inches, and Lexington
0.17 inches. The week ended with snow flurries on Sunday (12/8) 
with total ranging from 0.01 to .05 inches.
Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.30 inches
statewide which was 0.65 inches below normal. Precipitation
totals by climate division, West 0.31 inches, Central 0.33
inches, Bluegrass 0.24 inches and East 0.31 inches, which
was -0.69, -0.69, -0.62 and -0.61 inches respectively from
normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.15
inches at Berea to a high of 0.57 inches at Buckhorn Lake (KY),
Bristol(TN) received 1.05 inches.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 11-25-96 to 12-01-96

Temperatures were near normal for Thanksgiving week with above normal
rainfall, some flooding, and gusty winds.

Temperatures for the period averaged 41 degrees across the state
which was near normal. High temperatures averaged from 48 in the West
to 50 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged
from 6 degrees below normal in the West to 1 degree below normal
in the East. Low temperatures averaged from 31 degrees in the West
to 34 degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperatures
ranged from 3 degrees below normal in the West to 5 degrees
above normal in the East. Warm temperatures in the mid 50's to
low 60's began and ended the week. Extreme lows in the teens to mid
20's occurred on Wednesday (11/27) with Jackson reporting a record low
of 26, Henderson and Bardstown reporting 19. On Thursday,
(Thanksgiving day 11/28) Spindeltop (UK Research Farm) reported a low of
21 with Nolin Lake reporting 20. Relative humidities for the period
reported highs near 100 percent with lows in the mid 60's to mid 70's.
Soil temperatures at a depth of 4 inches under sod cover remained in the
upper 40's to low 50's for highs with lows in the mid to upper 40's.

Abundant rainfall was common across the state this week. On Monday
(11/25) rainfall amounts of 1/4 to over 1 inch were common. Paducah
reported 1.92 inches; 1.17 inches at Princeton; and 1.26 at Hederson.
Tuesdays' (11/26) rains brought lesser amounts of a Trace at Paducah
to 0.55 inches at Covington. Saturday (11/30) and Sunday (12/1) heavy
rains visited the state again. Cumberland Gap received 3.54 inches
(total rainfall event amount); Somerset 2.40 inches; London 1.91
inches; and Buckhorn Lake 1.80 inches. Precipitation (liq. equ.) for
the period totaled 2.46 inches statewide which was 1.54 inches above
normal. Precipitation totals by climate division, West 2.65 inches,
Central 2.27 inches, Bluegrass 2.28 inches and East 2.65 inches,
which was 1.66, 1.30, 1.45 and 1.76 inches respectively above normal.
By station, rainfall totals ranged from a low of 1.49 inches at
Grayson to a high of 3.88 inches at Cumberland Gap.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 11-18-96 to 11-24-96

Below normal temperatures and rainfall were common across
the state last week.

Temperatures for the period averaged 42 degrees across the
state which was 2 degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged
from 52 in the West to 49 in the East. Departure from normal high
temperatures ranged from 5 degrees below normal in the West to
5 degrees below normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from
37 degrees in the West to 36 degrees in the East. Departure
from normal low temperature ranged from near normal in
the West to 4 degrees above normal in the East. Warming began on
Saturday with extreme high temperatures in the upper 50's to low 60's
on Sunday (11/24). Extreme lows in the 20's were seen on Friday (11/22)
with Berea reporting 25; Covington 27; and Spindletop (UK Research Farm)
reporting 26.  Lows Saturday morning (11/23) were in the low to mid 20's
Bardstown and Campbellsville reported 23; Cumberland Gap, London and
Somerset 22. Relative humidities for the period reported highs near 100
with lows in the mid 50's to near 80. Soil temperatures at a depth
of 4 inches under sod cover ranged in the upper 40's to low 50's for
highs with lows in the mid to upper 40's.

Early and mid week rains brought heavy amounts to some sections
of the state. On Monday (11/18) Quicksand received 1.13 inches;
Jackson 0.97 inches; with Buckhorn and Campbellsville reporting
0.75 inches. On Thursday (11/21) more rainfall fell with Bowling
Green reporting 0.86 inches; Glasgow 0.88 inches; Jackson 0.70
inches; Quicksand 0.59 inches; and Spindletop(UK) reporting 0.33
inches. Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.64 inches
statewide which was 0.28 inches below normal. Precipitation totals by
climate division, West 0.12 inches, Central 0.84 inches, Bluegrass
0.53 inches and East 1.05 inches, which was -0.87, -0.12, -0.30 and
+0.17 inches respectively from normal. By station, precipitation
totals ranged from a low of 0.09 inches at Paducah to a high of 1.82
inches at Jackson.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Week 11-11-96 to 11-17-96

The last reporting week for the Weekly Weather Summary received rare,
Winter-like temperatures along with flurries and below normal rainfall.

Temperatures for the week averaged 38 degrees across the state which
was 9 degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from 46 in the
West (14 degrees below normal) to 45 in the East (12 degrees below
normal). Low temperatures averaged from 34 degrees in the West (4
degrees below normal) to 27 degrees in the East (7 degrees below
normal). Extreme low temperatures were in the low 20's. On Monday
(11/11) and Tuesday (11/12) Covington reported a record low of 16
and 19 degrees repectively, with Jackson reporting a record low of
23 degrees on Friday (11/15). Extreme high temperatures occurred
over the weekend with highs Saturday (11/16) and Sunday (11/17) in
the mid 50's to near 60. Relative humidities highs were near 100
percent with lows in the low 50's to near 70 percent. Soil
temperatures at a depth of 4 inches under sod cover ranged in the
low 40's to near 50 with lows in the low to mid 40's.

Mid-week (11/13-14) rains, sleet, and snow flurries occurred over
most of the state. Rainfall returned again on Sunday (11/17) with parts
of the state receiving a quarter of inch or more. Paducah reported 0.29
inches, Dix Dam 0.50 inches, Glasgow 0.43 inches, Lexington 0.39 inches,
and Spindletop (UK Research Farm) reported 0.44 inches.  Rainfall for
the week totaled 0.31 inches statewide which was 0.60 inches below
normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.34 inches, Central
0.30 inches, Bluegrass 0.38 inches and East 0.24 inches, which was
0.66, 0.66, 0.45 and 0.64 inches respectively below normal. By
station, rainfall totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Nolin
Lake to a high of 0.61 inches at Mayfield and 0.95 inches at
Nashville (Tn).
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 11-04-96 to 11-10-96

The first full week of November saw mild temperatures and heavy
rainfall with flooding in West KY...by week's end, colder air,
windy conditions with snow flurries had moved into the Bluegrass state.

Temperatures for the period averaged 48 degrees across the
state which was 1 degrees below normal. High temperatures
averaged from 58 in the West (5 degrees below normal) to 57
in the East (3 degrees below normal). Low temperatures averaged
from 39 degrees in the West (1 degree below normal) to 40 degrees
in the East (3 degrees above normal). On Thursday (11/7), Jackson
reported a record high temperature of 77 degrees. Extreme low
temperatures ended the week with lows in the 20's. Relative
humidities highs were in the mid 80's to near 100 percent and
lows were in the mid 40's to near 60 percent. Soil temperatures
at a depth of 4 inches under sod cover ranged in the upper 50's
for highs with lows in the low 50's

Mid-week heavy rainfall was accompanied by damaging winds.
Rainfall that began on Wednesday (11/6) continued and changed
over to occasional snow flurries throughout the remainder of the
week. Rainfall for the week totaled 1.76 inches statewide which
was 0.84 inches above normal. Rainfall totals by climate division,
West 2.82 inches, Central 1.21 inches, Bluegrass 1.42 inches
and East 1.59 inches, which was 1.82, 0.25, 0.59 and 0.71 inches
respectively above normal. The heaviest rainfall amouts occurred
on Thursday (11/7) and Friday (11/8). Thursday's daily rainfall
had Paducah reporting 4.90 inches; Hederson 3.06 inches, Bardstown
and Mayfield 1.35 inches; and Spindletop 1.08 inches (UK Research
Farm). On Friday, Jackson reported 2.48 inches; London 1.45 inches;
and Berea 1.03 inches. By station, rainfall totals ranged from a
low of 0.25 inches at Buckhorn Lake to a high of 4.94 inches at
Paducah.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 10-28-96 to 11-03-96

With the passage of Halloween, the coldest temperatures of the
Fall season moved into Kentucky and the Ohio Valley, ending the
1996 growing season. Both temperatures and rainfall were below
normal for the week except in Western locations where above normal
rainfall occurred.

Temperatures for the period averaged 50 degrees across the state
which was 2 degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from
59 in the West (6 degrees below normal) to 60 in the East (2 degrees
below normal). Low temperatures averaged from 42 degrees in the West
(2 degrees below normal) to 43 degrees in the East (3 degrees above
normal). Extreme high temperatures occurred on Tuesday (10/29) with
highs in the mid to upper 70's. Extreme low temperatures plunged on
Sunday (11/3) as Covington reported a low of 19 degrees; Hardinsburg,
Lexington, and Bardstown reported a low of 20. Relative humidity
remained high with readings in the mid 90's to near 100; lows were
in low to mid 50's. Soil temperatures at a depth of 4 inches under
sod cover averaged in the upper 50's to low 60's.

It was generally a dry week except in Western locations. On Monday
(10/28) Princeton reported 2.62 inches, London 0.50 inches; Glasgow
0.45 inches; and Spindeltop (UK) Research Farm 0.12 inches. On Friday
(11/1) Glasgow reported 0.47 inches; Princeton 0.33 inches; and
Bowling Green with 0.40 inches. Rainfall for the week totaled 0.47
inches statewide which was 0.30 inches below normal. Rainfall totals
by climate division, West 0.98 inches, Central 0.47 inches, Bluegrass
0.14 inches and East 0.29 inches, which was +0.16, -0.32, -0.57 and
-0.47 inches respectively from normal. By station, rainfall totals
ranged from a low of 0.04 inches at Covington to a high of 2.98 inches
at Princeton.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 10-21-96 to 10-27-96

Mild weather visited the state last week with frequent rainfall 
events.

Temperatures for the period averaged 58 degrees across the state
which was 3 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from 
66 in the West (2 degrees below normal) to 67 in the East (2 degrees
above normal). Low temperatures averaged from 50 degrees in the 
West (4 degrees above normal) to 47 degrees in the East (5 degrees
above normal). Extreme high temperatures occurred on Tuesday (10/22)
and Sunday (10/27) with readings in the upper 70's. Low temperatures
in the mid 30's to upper 40's occurred early and mid week; Monday 
(10/21) and Thursday (10/24). Relative humidities were generally 
elevated from the previous week and ranged from the mid 80's for 
highs; with lows in the mid 40's to mid 60's. Soil temperatures 
at a depth of 4 inches under sod cover averaged in the mid 50's 
to low 60's.

Rainfall was frequent throughout the week with most locations 
reporting rainfall on four or more days. Generally above normal
amounts occurred in West and Central portions of the state, 
near normal in the Bluegrass area, and below normal rainfall 
occurred in the Bluegrass and East. The western part of the 
state saw heavy thunderstorms with damaging winds on Tuesday 
night (10/23). Princeton reported 0.74 inches; Mayfield 0.29; 
Henderson 0.65 inches and Hardinsburg 0.55 inches from that 
event. Rainfall for the week totaled 0.97 inches statewide
which was 0.30 inches above normal. Rainfall totals by climate 
division, West 1.66 inches, Central 0.96 inches, Bluegrass 0.64 
inches and East 0.60 inches, which was +0.98, +0.30, +0.01 and 
-0.08 inches respectively from normal. By station, rainfall 
totals for the week ranged from a low of 0.35 inches at Bristol 
to a high of 2.26 inches at Paducah. 
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 10-14-96 to 10-20-96

A pleasant autumn week with frosty weekend temperatures reported 
Central and East.

Temperatures for the week averaged 58 degrees across the state which
was 1 degree above normal. High temperatures averaged from 73 in 
the West to 69 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures
were 1 degree above normal across the state. Low temperatures averaged
from 46 degrees in the West (3 degrees below normal) to 44 degrees 
in the East (1 degree below normal).  Extreme high temperatures
occurred during the beginning of the week with highs in the upper 70's to
low 80's. The weekend brought extreme lows in the upper 20's to mid 30's
with a low of 29 reported on Sunday (10/20) at Bardstown and Glasgow.
Relative humidities ranged from the upper 80's to near 100 for highs;
with lows in the mid 40's to mid 50's. Soil temperatures at a depth
of 4 inches under sod cover averaged in the low to mid 60's for highs with 
lows recorded in the high 50's.

Rainfall on Thursday (10/17) and Friday (10/18) totaled 1.29 inches
in Bowling Green; 1.14 inches at Cumberland Gap; 1.31 at Glasgow;
1.57 inches in Louisville, 1.20 inches at Princeton, and 0.59 inches
at Spindletop (UK) Research Farm. Rainfall for the week totaled 0.74
inches statewide which was 0.07 inches above normal. Rainfall totals
by climate division, West 0.59 inches, Central 0.96 inches, Bluegrass
0.71 inches and East 0.69 inches, which was -0.10, +0.30, +0.08 and 
+0.02 inches respectively from normal. By station, rainfall totals 
ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Cape Girardeau to a high of 1.57
inches at Louisville.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Week: 10-07-96 to 10-13-96

Cool with below normal rainfall for the 2nd week of October.

Temperatures for the period averaged 55 degrees across the state
which was 5 degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from
69 in the West to 65 in the East (both 5 degrees below normal). 
Low temperatures averaged from 45 degrees in the West to 42 degrees
in the East (both 6 degrees below normal).  Extreme high temperatures
were in the upper 70's. No stations reported low temperatures of 32 
degrees or less...however, scattered light frost was observed in low
lying areas in North and East locations. Extreme lows were reported 
on Thursday (10/10) with lows in the mid 30's. Relative humidity 
ranged from the upper 80's to near 100 percent for highs with lows 
in the mid 40's to mid 50's. Soil temperatures at a depth of 4 inches
under sod cover averaged in the low 70's for highs and lows in the 
mid 50's.
 
Generally dry conditions prevailed in the Commonwealth last
week.  Rainfall generally less than one-quarter inch occurred on 
Wednesday (10/9) and Thursday (10/10). Covington reported an event
total of .24 inches; Williamstown .27 inches; and Spindletop (UK)
with .09 inches. Rainfall for the period totaled 0.11 inches 
statewide which was 0.55 inches below normal.  Rainfall totals by 
climate division, West 0.08 inches, Central 0.14 inches, Bluegrass 
0.15 inches and East 0.09 inches, which was 0.61, 0.52, 0.48 and 
0.59 inches respectively below normal. By station, rainfall totals 
ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Berea to a high of 0.35 inches 
at Williamstown.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Week: 09-30-96 to 10-06-96

Wet Southeast, dry elsewhere with cool temperatures:

Temperatures for the week averaged 60 degrees across the state
which was 2 degrees below normal.  High temperatures averaged
from 74 in the West to 70 in the East (both 2 degrees below
normal).  Low temperatures averaged from 50 degrees in the West
(3 degrees below normal) to 48 (2 degrees below normal).  No
stations reported frost last week but temperatures fell below 40
degrees for some Northern and North Central locations.  Extreme high
temperatures were in the low 80's and extreme low's were in the
upper 30's.

Rainfall for the week totaled 0.29 inches statewide which was
0.39 inches below normal and the first dry week for many locations
in the past 3 weeks.  Most of last week's rainfall occurred in
one event in South Central and South Eastern portions of the state.
Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.09 inches, Central 0.06
inches, Bluegrass 0.09 inches and East 0.94 inches, which was -0.62,
-0.63, -0.55 and +0.25 inches respectively from normal.  By station,
rainfall totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bowling Green
(and most Northern and Western locations) to a high of 1.97 inches
at Jackson.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 09-23-96 to 09-29-96

Below normal temperatures and above normal rainfall were reported
the last full week of September. Heavy rainfall occurred the last 
half of the week.

Temperatures for the period averaged 63 degrees across the state
which was 1 degree below normal. High temperatures averaged from
74 in the West (4 degrees below normal) to 72 in the East (3 degrees
below normal). Low temperatures averaged from 53 degrees in the West 
(2 degrees below normal) to 54 degrees in the East (1 degree above
normal). Extreme high temperatures were in the low 80's on Thursday 
(9/26). Extreme lows were recorded in the low 40's on Sunday (9/29). 
Relative humidities averaged in the upper 90's for highs with 
lows averaging in the upper 40's. 

The first half of the work week was generally dry. Strong winds 
were observed on Thursday (9/26) and Friday (9/27) causing some 
damage in far Western Kentucky. Heavy rainfall began late Thursday 
and continued Friday and part of Saturday with drier weather 
returning again on Sunday (9/29). Rainfall for the period totaled 
2.27 inches statewide which was 1.47 inches above normal. Rainfall 
totals by climate division, West 2.17 inches, Central 3.54 inches, 
Bluegrass 1.99 inches and East 1.39 inches, which was 1.36, 2.69, 
1.21 and 0.61 inches respectively above normal. On Friday (9/27)
Bowling Green reported 3.26 inches; Hardinsburg 2.30 inches; with
Paducah reporting 2.04 inches. On Saturday (9/28) Bardstown reported 2.45
inches; Glasgow 1.68 inches; Lexington 1.44 inches, and Nolin Lake with
3.66 inches.  By station, rainfall totals ranged from a low of 1.00 
inch at Somerset to a high of 4.25 inches at Bowling Green.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period: 09-16-96 to 09-22-96

Below normal temperatures and above normal rainfall were common
across the state last week.

Temperatures for the period averaged 64 degrees across the state
which was 3 degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from
76 in the West (4 degrees below normal) to 72 in the East (5 degrees
below normal. Low temperatures averaged from 55 degrees in the West 
(2 degrees below normal) to 53 degrees in the East (1 degree below
normal). Extreme high temperatures were in the low 80's on Sunday 
(9/22). Extreme lows in the mid 40's occurred on Thursday (9/19).
Relative humidities ranged in the upper 80's to low 90's for highs,
lows in the mid 50's.   

A lengthy dry period separated two rainfall events last week with 
heavy rainfall common statewide.  On Monday (9/16) Glasgow reported 
2.71 inches; London, 2.00 inches; Paducah 2.16 inches; and Somerset 
2.55 inches. On Saturday (9/21) Henderson reported 1.31 inches; 
Paducah 2.12 inches; and Princeton 1.83 inches.  Rainfall for the 
week totaled 2.43 inches statewide which was 1.62 inches above 
normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 3.27 inches, 
Central 2.37 inches, Bluegrass 2.21 inches and East 1.86 inches, 
which was +2.45, +1.52, +1.44 and +1.08 inches respectively above 
normal. By station, rainfall totals ranged from a low of 1.31 inches 
at Quicksand to a high of 3.30 inches at Paducah.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period: 09-09-96 to 09-15-96

Autumn-like temperatures and below normal rainfall: 
Temperatures for the week averaged 67 degrees across the state
which was 2 degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from
78 in the West to 75 in the East( both 4 degrees below normal). 
Low temperatures averaged from 56 degrees in the West (3 degrees 
below normal) to 57 degrees in the East (near normal). Extreme 
high temperatures in the upper 80's occurred on Monday (9/9). 
Extreme low temperatures were reported on Saturday (9/14) with 
lows in the low 40's. Growing degree days for Corn (GDD'S) ranged 
from 104 at Covington to 143 at Nashville. Since April 1, CGDD's 
ranged from 2949 at Covington to 3571 at Princeton. Scattered 
rainfall provided some locations with needed moisture last week 
but generally rainfall was below normal.  Eastern locations 
faired best concerning rainfall and Western locations received 
the least amount of rainfall. Rainfall for the week totaled 0.49 
inches statewide which was 0.32 inches below normal. Weekly 
rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.38 inches, Central 
0.56 inches, Bluegrass 0.24 inches and East 0.77 inches, which 
was -0.44, -0.29, -0.53 and -0.02 inches respectively from normal. 
By station, weekly rainfall totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches 
at Nashville to a high of 2.23 inches at Jackson.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 09-02-96 to 09-08-96

Although, heavy rainfall occurred across the state; the first
full week of September saw above normal temperatures and
below normal rainfall.

Temperatures for the period averaged 74 degrees across the
state which was 4 degrees above normal. High temperatures
averaged from 86 in the West to 81 in the East. Departure from
normal high temperatures ranged from 2 degrees above normal in
the West to 1 degree above normal in the East. Low temperatures
averaged 65 degrees statewide. Departure from normal low temperature
ranged from 4 degrees above normal in the West to 6 degrees above
normal in the East. Extreme high temperatures in the mid 70's to low
90's were reported on Friday (9/6). Cape Girardeau, Princeton,
Louisville, and Glasgow reported 90 and 91 respectively. Extreme
low temperatures occurred on Monday (9/2) with lows in the mid 50's
to mid 60's. Soil temperatures at a depth of 4 inches under sod cover
averaged in the upper 70's to low 80's for highs with lows in the low
to mid 70's. Growing degree days for Corn (CGDD's) ranged from
149 at Bristol to 180 at Louisville. Since April 1, CGDD's ranged
from 2845 at Covington to 3505 at Nashville. 

Early week rains became heavy and more numerous as we headed into
the work week. On Tuesday (9/3) Nashville reported 1.12 inches and
Somerset 0.50 inch. As the week progressed the remnants of Tropical
storm Fran made its way to Kentucky. On Thursday (9/5) Evansville
reported 0.72 inches with Berea and Henderson reporting 0.50 inch.
On Saturday (9/7) the state saw abundant rainfall with Cambellsville
reporting 0.91 inches, Hardinsburg 0.93; Nolin Lake 0.95; and
Spindletop (UK) reporting 0.82 inches. On Sunday (9/8) the western
part of the state received scattered rainfall with Glasgow reporting
0.96 inches; Campbellsville and Cape Giradeau 0.50 inch.
Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.70 inches
statewide which was 0.11 inches below normal. Precipitation totals
by climate division, West 0.82 inches, Central 0.87 inches,
Bluegrass 0.40 inches and East 0.70 inches, which was -0.00, +0.02,
-0.39 and -0.08 inches respectively from normal. By station,
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bardstown
to a high of 2.13 inches at Nashville.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period: 08-26-96 to 09-01-96

Seasonal temperatures with below normal rainfall:

Temperatures for the period averaged 73 degrees across the state 
which was 1 degree above normal.  High temperatures averaged from 
86 in the West (near normal) to 84 in the East (2 degrees above
normal).  Low temperatures averaged from 64 degrees in the West 
to 61 degrees in the East (both 1 degree above normal).  Extreme
high temperatures were in the upper 80's to low 90's and extreme
lows were in the mid 50's.  Growing degree days for Corn ranged
from 153 at Jackson to 175 at Princeton.

The dry conditions that prevailed this past week also ended a dry 
August for most of the Bluegrass state.  Paducah's monthly rainfall 
total of 0.11 inches was the driest August in 35 years. Rainfall for 
the week totaled 0.24 inches statewide which was 0.60 inches below 
normal.  Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.22 inches, 
Central 0.23 inches, Bluegrass 0.38 inches and East 0.11 inches, 
which was -0.57, -0.62, -0.46 and -0.75 inches respectively from 
normal.  By station, rainfall totals ranged from a low of 0.00 
inches at Cape Girardeau to a high of 1.22 inches at Spindletop(UK).
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Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period: 08-19-96 to 08-25-96

Hazy, hot and humid weather dominated the state this week with 
below normal rainfall.

Temperatures for the week averaged 78 degrees across the state
which was 4 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged from
90 in the West (4 degrees above normal) to 86 in the East (3 degrees
above normal). Low temperatures averaged from 69 degrees in the West
(+5 degrees) to 66 degrees in the East (+4 degrees).
Extreme high temperatures in the upper 80's to low 90's occurred
on Thursday (8/22).  Extreme low temperatures in the mid 50's
were recorded in the central and northern sections of the state on
Sunday (8/25). Growing degree days for Corn (CGDD's) ranged from 163
at Huntington to 200 at Cape Girardeau. Since April 1, CGDD's ranged
from 2511 at Covington to 3096 at Princeton.
The state received rain, on Wednesday (8/21), with more widespread
amounts on Saturday (8/24).  On Wednesday Berea and Quicksand reported
0.75 inches; Princeton: 0.38 and Louisville 0.30 inches.  Saturday's
rainfall amounts ranged from 0.00 at Cape Giradeau and Evansville;
Paducah: 0.04 inches, and 0.77 inches at Buckhorn Lake.
Rainfall totals for the week totaled 0.25 inches statewide which 
was 0.59 inches below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, 
West 0.15 inches, Central 0.17 inches, Bluegrass 0.33 inches and 
East 0.35 inches, which was -0.64, -0.68, -0.53 and -0.52 inches 
respectively from normal. By station, rainfall totals were generally 
less that three-quarters of an inch and ranged from a low of 0.00 
inches at many locations to a high of 1.05 inches at Berea.
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Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period: 08-12-96 to 08-18-96

Temperatures for the period averaged 74 degrees across the state
which was near normal.  High temperatures averaged from 86
in the West to 82 in the East (both 2 degrees below normal).  Low
temperatures averaged from 65 degrees in the West (1 degree above
normal) to 63 degrees in the East (near normal).  Extreme high
temperatures were in the mid 80's with low 90's in Western
parts of the state.  Extreme low temperatures were in the mid
50's.  Growing degree days for Corn (base 50 mod.) ranged from
145 at Jackson to 177 at Princeton.

Rainfall for the week totaled 0.84 inches statewide which was near
normal.  Rainfall totals by climate division, West 0.20 inches, 
Central 0.74 inches, Bluegrass 0.78 inches and East 1.63 inches, 
which was -0.59, -0.11, -0.08 and +0.76 inches respectively from
normal.  By station, rainfall totals ranged from a low of 0.00 
inches at Louisville to a high of 2.65 inches at Somerset.
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Kentucky Weather Summary
For the Period: 08-05-96 to 08-11-96

A "Touch of Fall":

For the first full week of August most locations received 2 rainfall 
events and the latter part of the week received a "Touch of Fall," 
with cooler temperatures and lower humidities. Temperatures for 
the period averaged 76 degrees across the state which was 1 degree 
above normal.  High temperatures averaged from 87 in the West (1 
degree below normal) to 85 in the East (near normal). Low temperatures
averaged from 68 degrees in the West to 66 degrees in the East 
(2 degrees above normal). Extreme high temperatures were in the 
low 90's and extreme low temperatures were in the upper 50's to 
low 60's. Growing degree days for Corn (CGDD'S) ranged from 153 at 
Cumberland Gap to 185 at Princeton.  Since April 1, CGDD'S ranged
from 2170 at Covington to 2728 at Princeton which was near to
slightly above normal except for Northern locations which is
slightly below normal.

Scattered showers and thunderstorms occurred at mid-week (8/8) and 
heavy rainfall on Sunday (8/11) provided some needed rainfall, except
in some Western locations where the driest conditions prevailed. 
Rainfall for the week totaled 0.67 inches statewide which was 0.18
inches below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 
0.16 inches, Central 0.64 inches, Bluegrass 0.65 inches and East 
1.22 inches, which was -0.63, -0.21, -0.21 and +0.35 inches 
respectively from normal.  By station, rainfall ranged from a low 
of 0.00 inches at Paducah and Princeton to a high of 3.38 inches 
at Somerset.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period: 07-29-96 to 08-04-96

The end of July and the beginning of August continued the
cool temperatures and above normal rainfall from the previous
week. Temperatures for the period averaged 73 degrees across the
state which was 3 degrees below normal. High temperatures
averaged from 83 in the West (6 degrees below normal) to
81 in the East (5 degrees below normal). Low temperatures
averaged from 65 degrees in the West to 64 degrees in the East.
Departure from normal low temperature was mostly 1 degree below
normal. Extreme high temperatures in the upper 80's to low 90's
occurred on Sunday (8/4). Extreme low temperatures were received
Thursday morning (8/1) with lows in the low 50's to mid 60's. 
Glasgow reported a low of 54. Soil temperatures at a depth of 4
inches under sod cover averaged in the low 70's to low 80's with
lows reported in the low to mid 70's. Growing degree day totals
for Corn ranged from 142 at Hardinsburg to a high of 169 at 
Louisville.

Early and mid-week storms brought heavy rainfall across most 
of the state and the threat of small stream flooding. Many stations
reported rainfall events of over an inch. On Monday (7/29), Bowling
Green reported 1.24 inches, Glasgow: 1.72, and Princeton: 1.61 
inches. On Tuesday (7/30), Grayson received 1.00 inch and Mayfield 
over 2.00 inches. On Wednesday (7/31) Bardstown reported 1.41 
inches; Bowling Green: 1.14, Hardinsburg: 2.00, and Spindletop: 
2.05 inches. Rainfall for the period totaled 1.39 inches statewide 
which was 0.45 inches above normal. Rainfall totals by climate 
division, West 1.80 inches, Central 1.85 inches, Bluegrass 0.93 
inches and East 0.98 inches, which was +0.95, +0.89, -0.01 and -0.01
inches respectively from normal. By station, rainfall totals ranged 
from a low of 0.07 inches at Williamstown to a high of 2.63 inches 
at Hardinsburg.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 07-22-96 to 07-28-96

Generally cool and with below normal rainfall:

Frontal activity triggered scattered showers and thunderstorms across
the Bluegrass state last week providing generally below normal
rainfall. Temperatures remained on the cool side for the week.  
Temperatures for the period averaged 73 degrees across the state which
was 3 degrees below normal. High temperatures averaged from 84 in the
West to 80 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged
from 6 degrees below normal in the West to 6 degrees below normal in
the East. Low temperatures averaged from 65 degrees in the West to 64
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged
from 1 degree below normal in the West to 1 degree below normal
in the East. Extreme high temperatures occurred on Wednesday (7/24)
with highs in the mid to upper 80s'. Glasgow reported a high of 90 on
this day. Extreme low temperatures occurred on Wednesday and Friday
(7/24 and 7/26) with lows in the upper 50's to mid 60's. Jackson
reported record lows of 60 on (7/24) and 62 on (7/26). Soil
temperatures at depth of 4 inches under grass cover averaged in the
upper 70s' to mid 80's for highs with lows ranging in the mid 70's
to near 80.  Growing degree day totals for Corn ranged from 139 at
Covington to 176 at Princeton. Rainfall totals were generally between
one quarter and one half inch across the state. On Monday (7/22)
Bowling Green reported 0.64 inches, Nashville: 3.09 and Princeton:
0.59 inches.  On Thursday (7/25) Bristol reported 0.44 inches,
Covington: 0.55, and Somerset: .40 inches. On Sunday (7/28) Berea
reported 0.21 inches and Mayfield 0.30 inches.  Rainfall for the
state as a whole for the week totaled 0.26 inches which was 0.79
inches below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West
0.26 inches, Central 0.22 inches, Bluegrass 0.35 inches and
East 0.23 inches, which was 0.67, 0.89, 0.71 and 0.90 inches
respectively below normal. By station, rainfall totals ranged
from a low of no rain at Hardinsburg to a high of 3.13 inches at
Nashville.

For the Period 07-15-96 to 07-21-96

Typical warm and humid summertime weather returned to the state. 
Numerous severe thunderstorms occurred across the state leaving behind
significant amounts of rainfall.

Temperatures for the period averaged 78 degrees across the state which
was +1 degrees from normal. High temperatures averaged from 89 in
the West to 84 in the East. Departure from normal high
temperatures ranged from -1 degrees from normal in the West to
-2 degrees from normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged
from 71 degrees in the West to 68 degrees in the East.
Departure from normal low temperature ranged from +4 degrees from
normal in the West to +3 degrees from normal in the East.
Extreme high temperatures in the upper 80's to mid 90's were seen
Wednesday through Friday (7/17-7/19). Extreme low temperatures
occurred on Tuesday (7/16) with lows in the upper 50's to upper
60's. Soil temperatures at a depth of 4 inches under sod cover
averaged in the upper 70's to mid 80's for highs with lows reported
in the mid 70's to near 80. Growing degree day totals for Corn
ranged from 170 at Covington and Grayson to 203 at Cape Girardeau. 

The state was inundated with thunderstorms which began on Monday (7/15);
as an extension of Bertha, and continued traversing the state throughout
the week.  Several areas of the state received over 2 inches in a single
event; causing many areas to flood. On Monday (7/15) Bardstown received
2.75 inches, Berea: 4.10, and Nolin Lake 2.36. On Saturday (7/20)
Bowling Green and Cape Girardeau: 2.26, Dix Dam: 3.83, and
Somerset 2.91 inches.  Many other areas received over an inch. 
Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 2.91 inches
statewide which was +1.85 inches from normal. Precipitation
totals by climate division, West 2.32 inches, Central 3.27 inches,
Bluegrass 3.00 inches and East 3.04 inches, which was +1.39,
+2.17, +1.94 and +1.91 inches respectively from normal.
By station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.56 inches
at Nashville, with Bardstown at 4.47 inches, Cape Girardeau: 4.45;
Dix Dam: 5.32, Somerset: 5.67, and a high of 6.34 inches at Berea.



For the Period 07-08-96 to 07-14-96

Warm and humid conditions gave way to cooler and less
humid air during the second week of July.  Rainfall
started the week off, with a mid-week break, but
the remnants of Bertha brought showers and thunderstorms
back into the state over the weekend.

Temperatures for the period averaged 74 degrees across
the state which was -2 degrees from normal. High
temperatures averaged from 84 in the West to 83 in the
East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged
from -6 degrees from normal in the West to -3 degrees
from normal in the East. Low temperatures averaged from
65 degrees in the West to 65 degrees in the East.
Departure from normal low temperature ranged from -1
degrees from normal in the West to -0 degrees from
normal in the East. Extreme high temperatures in the
mid 80's to near 90 occurred over the weekend
(7/12 to 7/14).  Extreme low temperatures were recorded
for three consecutive days in Jackson..59 on Wednesday (7/10),
60 on Thursday (7/11), and 61 on Friday (7/12). Soil
temperatures at a depth of 4 inches under sod cover
averaged in the high 70's to mid 80's for highs with
lows reported in the low to upper 70's.  Growing
degree day totals for Corn ranged from 149 at Bardstown 
and Bristol to 174 at Bowling Green and 181 at
Nashville.

Significant rainfall events occurred during the
period..the first on Monday and Tuesday (7/8 and 7/9)
the second on Saturday and Sunday (7/13 and 7/14).
Several areas totaled over an inch. Bardstown received
1.21 inches, Bristol: 1.19, Cape Girardeau: 1.21,
Evansville: 2.68, Paducah: 1.55, Princeton: 1.23, and 
Somerset: 1.13 inches. Precipitation (liq. equ.) for
the period totaled 0.68 inches statewide which was
-0.37 inches from normal. Precipitation totals by
climate division, West 1.26 inches, Central 0.64 inches,
Bluegrass 0.25 inches and East 0.59 inches,
which was +0.33, -0.46, -0.81 and -0.54 inches
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation
totals ranged from a low of 0.02 inches at Covington
to a high of 2.68 inches at Evansville.


For the Period: 07-01-96 to 07-07-96

The first week of July began with a bang...with 
warm temperatures, heavy rainfall and gusty winds
developing Monday through Wednesday, the remainder
of the week was quite pleasant with thunderstorms
redeveloping on Sunday (7/7). 

Temperatures for the period averaged 75 degrees across the
state which was -1 degrees from normal. High temperatures
averaged from 89 in the West to 84 in the East. Departure from
normal high temperatures ranged from -1 degrees from normal in
the West to -1 degrees from normal in the East. Low
temperatures averaged from 65 degrees in the West to 63
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature
ranged from -1 degrees from normal in the West to -2
degrees from normal in the East. Extreme high temperatures
in the high 80's to mid 90's occurred Monday (7/1). Extreme
low temperatures in the low 50's to low 60's were reported
on Thursday (7/4). Soil temperatures at a depth of 4 inches
under sod cover averaged in the high 70's to low 80's for
highs with lows reported in the low to upper 70's. 
Growing degree day totals for Corn ranged from 143 at
Covington to 182 at Cape Girardeau.

Some heavy rainfall amounts occurred across the state
the first three days of July 1996. On Monday (7/1) Bristol
reported .62 inches, Covington .70; on Tuesday (7/2)
Bristol .67, Jackson .31, Spindletop .40; and on
Wednesday (7/3) Bristol .49, Lexington 1.00, with 1.40 inches
at Quicksand. Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period
totaled 0.38 inches statewide which was -0.67
inches from normal. Precipitation totals by climate
division, West 0.04 inches, Central 0.13 inches,
Bluegrass 0.79 inches and East 0.56 inches, which
was -0.89, -0.97, -0.27 and -0.57 inches respectively
from normal. By station, precipitation totals
ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bardstown to a
high of 1.78 inches at Bristol.


Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period: 06-24-96 to 06-30-96

The final week of June 1996 was very warm, humid and dry:

What may have been the driest week since the middle of Feb.,
the final week of June began with hot conditions and 2
rainfall events..and ended with warm weather and
little to no rainfall..making this week the lowest weekly
rainfall total since the middle of Feb...BUT ending one of
the wettest springs since 1895.
Temperatures for the period averaged 76 degrees across the
state which was near normal. High temperatures averaged from
88 in the West (near normal) to 86 in the East (1 degree above
normal). Low temperatures averaged from 66 degrees in the West
(1 degree above normal) to 63 degrees in the East (1 degree
below normal). Extreme high temperatures were in the 90's
and extreme low temperatures were in the upper 50's to low 60's.
Soil temperatures at a depth of 4 inches under sod cover averaged
in the upper 70's to low 80's for highs, with lows averaging in
the 70's.  Growing degree day totals for Corn (base 50 mod.)
ranged from 156 at Quicksand to 188 at Nashville.
Rainfall for the week totaled 0.28 inches statewide which was
0.61 inches below normal. Rainfall totals by climate division,
West 0.25 inches, Central 0.27 inches, Bluegrass 0.24 inches and
East 0.37 inches, which was 0.61, 0.65, 0.64 and 0.54 inches
respectively BELOW normal. By station, weekly rainfall totals
ranged from a low of no rainfall at several locations (ie.,
Cape Girardeau, Evansville, Hardinsburg, Henderson and
Louisville), to a high of 0.97 inches at Paducah.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 06-17-96 to 06-23-96

Hot with generally drier conditions (except in Northeast):

For the first week since the middle of April, the state
received significant below normal rainfall.  Some Northeast
counties were the exception with heavy weekend storms.
Additionally, several days with temperatures of 90 degrees
or better pushed the Commonwealth straight into summertime from 
a cool spring and one of the 10 wettest periods (Apr 1 thru
mid-June) since 1895.

Temperatures for the period averaged 79 degrees across the
state which was 5 degrees above normal. High temperatures
averaged from 91 degrees (+3 degrees above normal) in the
West to 88 degrees (+4 degrees) in the East. Low temperatures
averaged from 71 degrees (+7 degrees) in the West to 67
degrees (+4 degrees) in the East. Extreme high temperatures
were in the mid 90's and extreme low temperatures were in
the upper 50's to low 60's.  Growing degree days for corn
(base 50 mod.) ranged from 170 to nearly 210. Rainfall
for the period totaled 0.64 inches statewide which was
0.26 inches below normal. Rainfall totals by climate
division, West 0.39 inches, Central 0.45 inches, Bluegrass
1.29 inches and East 0.41 inches, which was -0.46, -0.46,
+0.41 and -0.50 inches respectively from normal. The
exceptions to the below normal rainfall were some Northeast
counties which received heavy rainfall during the weekend.
By station, rainfall totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at
Bristol to a high of 3.56 inches at Williamstown.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Week  06-10-96 to 06-16-96

Cool and wet first half..hot and dry second half of the week:

Temperatures for the period averaged 73 degrees across the state which was
near normal for this time of year. High temperatures averaged from 84 degrees
in the West (3 degrees below normal) to 82 in the East (1 degree below normal).
Low temperatures averaged from 64 degrees in the West (1 degree above normal) 
to 62 degrees in the East (near normal).  Extreme high temperatures were in the 
upper 80's to near 90 and extreme low temperatures were near 60 degrees.  
Growing degree days for corn (base 50 mod) ranged from 133 in Southeast
Kentucky to 168 in far western locations.

Most of the rainfall occurred at the beginning of the week due to the remenents
of an upper air low pressure system.  But by Thursday (6/13),  high pressure
finally moved into Kentucky and the Ohio Valley promoting drier conditions.
Rainfall for the week totaled 1.13 inches statewide which was 0.24 inches above
normal. Rainfall totals by climate division, West 1.10 inches, Central 1.32
inches,
Bluegrass 1.07 inches and East 1.03 inches, which was 0.24, 0.40, 0.19 and 0.11
inches respectively above normal. By station, rainfall totals ranged from a low
of
0.26 inches at Evansville to a high of 3.12 inches at Paducah.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 06-03-96 to 06-09-96

Cool and wet for most of the Ohio Valley:

Persistent low pressure over Kentucky and the Ohio Valley
continued to provide cool temperatures and abundant rainfall
for much of the past week. Temperatures for the period averaged
68 degrees across the state which was 4 degrees below normal.
High temperatures averaged from 76 in the West to 78 in the East. 
Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from 9 degrees
below normal in the West to 3 degrees below normal in the East.
Low temperatures averaged from 61 degrees in the West to 58 degrees
in the East.  Departure from normal low temperature ranged from
1 degree below normal in the West to 2 degrees below normal in the
East. Extreme high temperatures were in the low to mid 80's and
extreme low temperatures were in the upper 40's to low 50's.

Rainfall for the period totaled 2.26 inches statewide which was
1.36 inches above normal. Precipitation totals by climate
division, West 2.16 inches, Central 3.15 inches, Bluegrass 1.75
inches and East 1.96 inches, which was 1.30, 2.23, 0.88 and 1.04
inches respectively above normal.  By station, rainfall totals
ranged from a low of 1.00 inches at Berea to a high of 4.86
inches at Hardinsburg.  Rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches reports
statewide were common.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Week 05-27-96 to 06-02-96

Cooler temperatures, heavy rainfall, and severe weather
began the last week of May..the first couple of day of
June. On Tuesday, May 28th, tornadoes caused tremendous
damage across north-central and east-central Kentucky.

Temperatures for the period averaged 67 degrees across the
state which was 3 degrees below normal. High temperatures
averaged from 78 (7 degrees below normal) in the West to 76 
(4 degrees below normal) in the East.  Low temperatures
averaged from 60 degrees (near normal) in the West to 58
(1 degree below normal)degrees in the East. Extreme high
temperatures were in the upper 70's to upper 80's on 5/27
and 5/28. Extreme low temperatures were in the upper 40's
to low 50's (5/31). Soil temperatures at a depth of 4 inches
under sod cover averaged in the mid 70's to low 80's for
highs with lows in the mid 60's to mid 70's. Growing degree
day totals for Corn ranged from 86 at Covington to 140 at
Mayfield.

Heavy rainfall amounts occurred on 5/27 and 5/28.
Two day totals amounted to 2.83 inches for Louisville,
2.93 Lexington, 2.71 Bowling Green, and 1.25 for
Somerset.  Rainfall for the period totaled 2.59 inches
statewide which was 1.58 inches above normal. Rainfall
totals by climate division, West 2.77 inches, Central 2.71
inches, Bluegrass 2.82 inches and East 2.05 inches, which
was 1.73, 1.66, 1.84 and 1.07 inches respectively
above normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from
a low of 1.31 inches at Somerset to a high of 4.05 inches
at Mayfield.
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 05-20-96 to 05-26-96

Very warm temperatures, dry West..wet Central and East:

Temperatures for the period averaged 73 degrees across the state
which was 5 degrees above normal.  High temperatures averaged from
87 (5 degrees above normal) in the West to 83 (5 degrees above normal)
in the East.  Low temperatures averaged from 65 degrees (7 degrees
above normal) in the West to 60 degrees (3 degrees above normal) in
the East.  Extreme high temperatures were in the upper 80's to low
90's and extreme low temperatures were in the mid 50's.

The first five (5) days of the workweek were dry..by Friday a Low
pressure system stalled over the Ohio Valley and triggered 
abundant rainfall for most of Kentucky and the Ohio Valley, except
Western Kentucky.  Rainfall for the period totaled 0.95 inches
statewide which was -0.11 inches from normal.  Rainfall totals by
climate division, West 0.34 inches,  Central 1.22 inches, Bluegrass
1.02 inches and East 1.22 inches, which was -0.76, +0.12, 0.00 and
+0.21 inches respectively from normal.  By station, precipitation
totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at Bowling Green to a high
of 3.19 inches at Bristol.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the week ending Sunday 05-19-96

Transition from spring (wet & cool) to a summer (hot & dry)
weather pattern occurred during the week.  The first half
the workweek experienced cool temperatures and heavy rainfall
especially in Northern locations.  The second half of the week
received very warm temperatures and little rainfall.

Temperatures for the period averaged 67 degrees across the
state which was near from normal for the week. High temperatures
averaged from 78 (2 degrees below normal) in the West to 75 
(near normal) in the East.  Low temperatures averaged from 60
degrees (3 degrees above normal) in the West to 54 degrees
(1 degree below normal) in the East. Extreme high temperatures
were in the upper 80's to low 90's and extreme low temperatures
were in the mid 30's. Soil temperatures at a depth of 4 inches
under sod cover averaged in the upper 60's to near 70 for highs,
with lows averaging in the low to mid 60's. Growing degree day
totals for Corn ranged from 89 at Bristol to 141 at Princeton.

Rainfall events began the week with the heaviest rain
reported on (5/15) at Covington (2.60), Huntington (2.49),
Williamstown (2.40), and Paducah at (1.27). Rainfall for
the period totaled 1.06 inches statewide which was near
normal (+0.00) inches from normal. Rainfall totals by
climate division, West 1.04 inches, Central 0.67 inches,
Bluegrass 1.40 inches and East 1.13 inches, which was -0.07,
-0.44, +0.38 and +0.12 inches respectively from normal.
By station, rainfall totals ranged from a low of 0.25
inches at Buckhorn Lake to a high of 2.97 inches at Huntington. 

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the period 05-06-96 to 05-12-96

Warm temperatures and numerous rainfall events were
common across the state this week:

Temperatures for the period averaged 65 degrees across the
state which was 1 degree above normal. High temperatures
averaged from 74 in the West to 73 in the East. Departure from
normal high temperatures ranged from 5 degrees below
normal in the West to near normal in the East. Low
temperatures averaged from 59 degrees in the West to 57
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature
ranged from 5 degrees above normal in the West to 4
degrees above normal in the East. Extreme high temperatures
occurred across the state on (5/10-11) in the 80's.
Extreme low temperatures were reported over the weekend
(5/11-12) with lows in the low 40s with Covington reporting
a low of 35 on Sunday. Soil temperatures at a depth of 4
inches under sod cover averaged in the mid 60's to low 70's
for highs with lows averaging in the low to mid 60's.
Growing degree day totals for Corn ranged from 86 at
Covington to 124 at Mayfield. 

Rainfall for the week totaled 1.74 inches statewide which
was 0.68 inches above normal. Numerous rainfall events
occurred during the week with some daily totals recording
over an inch. Heavy winds and flash flooding accompanied
some of these storms as they moved across the state.
Rainfall totals by climate division, West 2.57 inches,
Central 1.79 inches, Bluegrass 1.48 inches and East 1.11
inches, which was 1.46, 0.68, 0.46 and 0.10 inches
respectively above normal. By station, rainfall
totals ranged from a low of 0.47 inches at Spindletop
(UK) to a high of 5.05 inches at Evansville. 

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the week 04-29-96 to 05-05-96

Cool temperatures West, slightly warmer East with  abundant
rainfall over the western three-quarters of the state the first
week of May.

Temperatures for the period averaged 62 degrees across the
state which was near normal. High temperatures averaged
from 73 in the West to 74 in the East.  Departure from
normal high temperatures ranged from -4 degrees from normal
in the West to +3 degrees from normal in the East.  Low
temperatures averaged from 53 degrees in the West to 50
degrees in the East which were near normal.  Extreme high
temperatures were in the upper 70's to low 80's. Extreme
lows were in the mid 30's to near 40. Jackson reported a record
low of 40 degrees and a record high of 84 on Tues Apr 30th.  
Soil temperature highs at 4 inches under sod averaged in the
upper 50's to upper 60's with lows in the upper 50's to low 60's. 
 
Numerous rainfall events occurred across most of the state
with some heavy rainfall amounts especially in the Northern
half and Western half of the state.  Southeast locations
received less rainfall with below normal amounts for the
week.  A record amount of rainfall fell in the Bluegrass
area on Sunday May 5th with Lexington reporting 3.02
inches (new record) as of  the morning of May 6th.
Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 2.07
inches statewide which was 1.03 inches above normal.
Precipitation totals by climate division, West 2.09 inches,
Central 1.82 inches, Bluegrass 3.40 inches and East 0.98
inches, which was +0.99, +0.74, +2.40 and -0.01 inches
respectively from normal. By station, rainfall totals ranged
from a low of 0.12 inches at Cumberland Gap to a high of
4.59 inches at Covington.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period
04-22-96 to 04-28-96

Slightly below normal temperatures and above normal rainfall:

Windy conditions with seasonal temperatures and rainfall 
were common throughout the week. Abundant rainfall was
recorded, with some stations reporting over an inch except
in Southeast sections where below normal rainfall was the 
rule. Some early morning frost occurred in Central and
Eastern sections at mid-week.  Temperatures for the period
averaged 58 degrees across the state which was -2 degrees
from normal. Extreme highs were in the upper 70's to low
80's. Extreme lows were in the low 30's to mid 40's with
frost occurring during mid-week.  Soil temperature highs
at 4 inch under sod averaged in the upper 50's to mid 60's
with lows in the mid to upper 50's. Precipitation (liq.
equ.) for the period totaled 1.69 inches statewide which
was +0.70 inches from normal. Precipitation totals by
climate division, West 2.79 inches, Central 1.89 inches,
Bluegrass 1.51 inches and East 0.57 inches, which was
+1.71, +0.88, +0.57 and -0.35 inches respectively from
normal.  Several rainfall events occurred during the week
with abundant rainfall on Tuesday (4/23) and again on
Sunday (4/28). By station, precipitation totals ranged
from a low of 0.26 inches at Somerset to a high of 7.64
inches at Evansville.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period
04-15-96 to 04-21-96

Warm temperatures and abundant rainfall from severe
thunderstorms and tornadoes:

Temperatures for the period averaged 59 degrees across the
state which was +2 degrees above normal. High temperatures
averaged from 73 in the West to 71 in the East.  Low
temperatures averaged from 49 degrees in the West to 47
degrees in the East.  Extreme highs were in the upper 70s
to low 80s.  Extreme low temperatures in the low 30's to mid
40's. Soil temperature highs at 4 inch under sod averaged in
the mid 50's to near 60.  Abundant rainfall, associated with
thunderstorms and tornadoes occurred over the weekend in
the state and the Ohio Valley.  Numerous tornadoes hit
Berea and other locations causing tremendous damage. 
Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the week totaled 1.25 inches
statewide which was +0.27 inches from normal.  Precipitation
totals by climate division, West 1.18 inches, Central 1.14
inches, Bluegrass inches and East 1.42 inches, which was
+0.11, +0.14, +0.31 and +0.50 inches respectively from normal.
By station, rainfall totals ranged from a low of 0.40
inches at Paducah to a high of 1.91 inches at Princeton.
Alfalfa weevil degree day totals have exceeded 276 AWDD's
statewide except in far Northern locations (Covington).
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Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period
04-08-96 to 04-14-96
 
Below normal temperatures and rainfall:  After a cold
beginning to the week, more favorable temperatures
with light rainfall returned to the state.
 
Temperatures for the period averaged 50 degrees across the
state which was -5 degrees from normal. High temperatures
averaged from 64 in the West to 61 in the East.  Low
temperatures averaged from 39 degrees in the West to 38
degrees in the East.  Extreme highs were in the upper 60s
with some low 80's recorded.  Extreme low temperatures
were in the mid 20's.  Soil temperature highs at a depth of 4
inches under sod averaged in the low to upper 50's with lows
averaging in the upper 40's to near 50.
 
Two light rainfall events occurred... one on Monday (4/8),  the
other on Saturday (4/13).  Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the
period totaled 0.49 inches statewide which was -0.49 inches
from normal.  By station, rainfall totals ranged from a low
of 0.13 inches at Lexington to a high of 0.97 inches at
Princeton.   Precipitation totals by climate division, West
0.71 inches, Central 0.54 inches, Bluegrass 0.22 inches and
East 0.50 inches, which was -0.36, -0.47, -0.72 and -0.42 inches
respectively from normal.
 
Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period
04-01-96 to 04-07-96
 
The first week of April was a mixture of sun, snow, sleet,
and rainfall with a mid-week warming and cold temperatures
continuing over the weekend.
 
Temperatures for the period averaged 45 degrees across the
state which was -7 degrees from normal. High temperatures
averaged from 56 in the West to 55 in the East. Departure from
normal high temperatures ranged from -11 degrees from normal in
the West to -6 degrees from normal in the East. Low
temperatures averaged from 35 degrees in the West to 35
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature
ranged from -7 degrees from normal in the West to -5
degrees from normal in the East. Extreme highs occurred across
the state at mid-week. Highs in the low to upper 70's were
seen on Wednesday, April 3 and continued into Thursday with
highs in the upper 50's to low 70's, reflective of the cold
front moving through the state. As the cold front moved
across the state temperatures continued to remain unseasonably
cold. On Friday, Paducah reported a record low maximum temperature
of 39 degrees.  Extreme low temperatures were seen over the
weekend with a record low of 19 degrees reported at Covington
on Sunday, April 7th. Soil temperature highs at a depth of
4 inches under sod coverage averaged in the upper 40's to low
50's with lows averaging mostly in the upper 40's to near 50.
 
Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.74 inches
statewide which was -0.25 inches from normal. Precipitation totals
by climate division, West 0.31 inches, Central 0.73 inches,
Bluegrass 1.07 inches and East 0.83 inches, which was -0.76, -0.27,
+0.14 and -0.09 inches respectively from normal. By station,
precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.13 inches at
Campbellsville to a high of 2.01 inches at Covington.  A mixture
of rain, snow, flurries and sleet was reported across the state on
Monday April 1.  Snifflers arrived again on Saturday April 6.
 
Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 
03-25-96 to 03-31-96
 
Cool temperatures and rainfall began the week..as warmer
temperatures and rainfall ended the week.
 
Temperatures for the period averaged 46 degrees across the
state which was -3 degrees from normal. High temperatures
averaged from 52 in the West to 57 in the East. Departure from
normal high temperatures ranged from -12 degrees from normal in
the West to -1 degrees from normal in the East. Low
temperatures averaged from 36 degrees in the West to 39
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature
ranged from -3 degrees from normal in the West to +1
degrees from normal in the East.  As a cold front moved across
the state on Monday the 25th high temperatures dropped
significantly from West to East.  Temperatures on the 25th ranged
from 44 in Mayfield, 55 at Paducah, 62 in Lexington, and 77
at Cumberland Gap.  Extreme high temperatures occurred over
the weekend after a brief early week variation in temperatures.
On Saturday, March 30th, Glasgow reported a high of 73,
Nashville 74, Lexington 63 and Hardinsburg 69 degrees.
Extreme low temperatures occurred on the 26th and 27th with
lows ranging in the low 20's to mid 30's.  Soil temperature
highs at a depth of 4 inches under sod coverage averaged in
the upper 40's to low 50's with lows averaging in the low to
upper 40's.
 
Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.21 inches
statewide which was +0.17 inches from normal.
Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.05 inches,
Central 1.16 inches, Bluegrass 1.13 inches and East 1.48
inches, which was -0.07, +0.11, +0.13 and +0.52 inches
respectively from normal. With the passage of the cold
front came moderate rainfall.  By station, precipitation totals
ranged from a low of 0.53 inches at Berea to a high of 2.42
inches at Williamstown.  The heaviest rainfall events occurred
on the 28th and 31st of the month.  Williamstown reported
1 inch on both days.  On the 28th Buckhorn and Grayson each
reported 1 inch.  Lexington reported .16; Jackson .80, and
London .75 inches of rain.  On the 31st Bowling Green reported
.95; Lexington .20, Princeton .90; and Evansville .66 inches of
rainfall. No snowfall occurred during the period.
 
Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 
03-18-96 to 03-24-96
 
Cold, wintery conditions with late week warming.
Old man winter arrived on Tuesday (3/19) and traveled across the
state leaving significant snowfall amounts in Western Kentucky
on the first day of Spring...then spring temperatures arrived
over the weekend.
 
Temperatures for the period averaged 38 degrees across the
state which was -9 degrees from normal. High temperatures
averaged from 50 in the West to 47 in the East. Departure from
normal high temperatures ranged from -12 degrees from normal in
the West to -9 degrees from normal in the East. Low temperatures
averaged from 31 degrees in the West to 29 degrees in the East.
Departure from normal low temperature ranged from -6 degrees
from normal in the West to -6 degrees from normal in the East.
Extreme high temperatures occurred on Sunday the 24th with
highs ranging in the upper 60s to low 70s across the state.
Lexington reported a high of 70; Grayson 72, Paducah 70, with
Nashville reporting 76 degrees.  Extreme low temperatures occurred
on Friday morning the 22nd.  Evansville reported a record
low of 18 with lows across the state ranging from 16 degrees at
Nolin Lake to 29 at Cape Girardeau.  Soil temperature highs at
a depth of 4 inches under sod coverage averaged in the mid 40s
to low 50s with lows averaging in the upper 30s to near 40
degrees.
 
Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.05 inches
statewide which was +0.02 inches from normal.
Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.12 inches,
Central 1.21 inches, Bluegrass 1.08 inches and East 0.78
inches, which was +0.00, +0.16, +0.09 and -0.18 inches
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals
ranged from a low of 0.41 inches at Bristol to a high of 1.98
inches at Williamstown.  A major winter snow storm spread
across Western Kentucky with near blizzard conditions
prompting a state of emergency in some counties.  Large
snowfall amounts of 4 to 12 inches were reported with
drifts from 1 to 3 feet.  The Eastern part of the state received
1 to 3 inches of snowfall.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period
03-11-96 to 03-17-96
 
Heavy rainfall and variable temperatures.
 
Cold temperatures at the beginning of the week turned into
warmer spring temperatures with heavy rainfall.
 
Temperatures for the period averaged 48 degrees across the
state which was +3 degrees from normal. High temperatures
averaged from 61 in the West to  59 in the East. Departure from
normal high temperatures ranged from +1 degree from normal in
the West to +6 degrees from normal in the East. Low
temperatures averaged from 36 degrees in the West to 35
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature
ranged from +1 degree from normal in the West to +2
degrees from normal in the East.  Extreme highs occurred across
the state at mid-week with highs in the mid 60's to low 70's.
Lexington reported a high of 69; Grayson 70; Paducah 69; and
Nashville 73 degrees on Thursday, March 14th.  Over the weekend
temperatures returned to seasonal normals with highs in
the mid 50's to low 60's. Extreme low temperatures early
in the week were in the teens to near 20. Paducah reported
a record low temperature tied at 20 the morning of
March 11th. Soil temperature highs at a depth of 4
inches under sod coverage averaged in the mid 40's to
low 50's with lows averaging in the low to mid 40's.
 
Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.74 inches
statewide which was -0.29 inches from normal. On Friday,
March 15th heavy rainfall covered the state and occurrences
continued into Saturday..tapering off by Sunday March 17th.
Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.82 inches,
Central 0.72 inches, Bluegrass 0.73 inches and East 0.69
inches, which was -0.30, -0.34, -0.27 and -0.27 inches
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals
ranged from a low of 0.10 inches at Princeton to a
high of 1.39 inches at Henderson.  No snowfall was reported
across the state.

Kentucky Climate Summary 
For the Period
03-04-96 to 03-10-96
 
Cold and very wet:
The week began with warm spring like weather and heavy
rainfall then...Old man winter came back into Kentucky
bringing, hail..sleet..and snow.
 
Temperatures for the period averaged 33 degrees across the
state which was -9 degrees from normal. High temperatures
averaged from 45 in the West to 43 in the East. Departure from
normal high temperatures ranged from -12 degrees from normal in
the West to -8 degrees from normal in the East. Low
temperatures averaged from 24 degrees statewide.
Departure from normal low temperature ranged from -8 degrees
from normal in the West to -7 degrees from normal in the East.
Extreme highs occurred across the state at the beginning of
the work week with highs in the upper 50s to near 70 degrees.
Then high temperatures plummeted into the teens to low 30s on
Thursday and Friday March 7 and 8th.  Record morning low
temperatures of 11 degrees was reported at Paducah and
Jackson on March 8th. Extreme low temperatures were in the
single digits to the teens across the state over the weekend.
Soil temperature highs at a depth of 4 inches under sod
cover averaged in the low to upper 40s with lows averaging
in the upper 30s to low 40s.
 
Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 1.49 inches
statewide which was +0.46 inches from normal.
Precipitation totals by climate division, West 1.20 inches,
Central 1.98 inches, Bluegrass 1.36 inches and East 1.43
inches, which was +0.08, +0.92, +0.36 and +0.47 inches
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals
ranged from a low of 0.57 inches at Henderson to a
high of 3.06 inches at Cumberland Gap.  On Thursday,
March 7 and continuing into Friday, a snow storm moved across
the state. The Eastern part of the state reported snowfall
from 1/2 inch to around 4 inches in the mountainous areas
of Harlan County.  Other areas of the state received
from 1/2 to 1 inch of snow.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period
02-26-96 to 03-03-96
 
It was a roller coaster of a week with warm temperatures and
measurable rainfall recorded across the state at the
beginning of the week.  Tapering off to colder temperatures and
some flurries over the weekend.
 
Temperatures for the period averaged 41 degrees across the
state which was +1 degree from normal. High temperatures
averaged from 50 in the West to 51 in the East. Departure from
normal high temperatures ranged from -5 degrees from normal in
the West to +2 degrees from normal in the East. Low 7
temperatures averaged from 32 degrees in the West to 32
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature
ranged from +2 degrees from normal in the West to +3
degrees from normal in the East. Extreme highs for the
period occurred across the state on February 27th.  With
Jackson and Lexington reporting record highs of 75 and
73 respectively.  Extreme low temperatures ranged from 10
in the northern part of the state to the teens and mid 20's
elsewhere.  Soil temperature highs at a depth of
4 inches under sod cover averaged in the mid to upper 40's
and soil temperature lows averaged in the upper 30's to
low 40's.
 
Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.64 inches
statewide which was -0.30 inches from normal.
Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.72 inches,
Central 0.77 inches, Bluegrass 0.72 inches and East 0.36
inches, which was -0.30, -0.23,-0.14 and -0.55 inches
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals
ranged from a low of 0.03 inches at Lexington to a
high of 1.42 inches at Covington.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 02-19-96 to 02-25-96

Very mild with below normal rainfall for most locations except 
above normal rainfall for Central, KY:

Temperatures for the period averaged 52 degrees across the state which
was +14 degrees from normal. High temperatures averaged from 64 in the
West to 64 in the East. Departure from normal high temperatures ranged
from +11 degrees from normal in the West to +18 degrees from normal in
the East. Low temperatures averaged from 42 degrees in the West to 41
degrees in the East. Departure from normal low temperature ranged from
+13 degrees from normal in the West to +14 degrees from normal in the
East.  Extreme high temperatures were in the upper 70's to low 80's.
Several locations (ie, Lexington, Louisville, Jackson) broke February's
high temperature record dating back to 1912 in some cases.  Extreme low
temperatures plunged into upper 20's to low 30's.  Soil temperature
highs at a depth of 4 inches under a sod cover averaged in the mid 50's
and soil temperatures lows averaged in the mid to upper 30's for the
week.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.73 inches statewide
which was -0.15 inches from normal. Precipitation totals by climate
division, West 0.46 inches, Central 1.28 inches, Bluegrass 0.65 inches
and East 0.52 inches, which was -0.48, +0.33, -0.11 and -0.35 inches
respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged from
a low of 0.03 inches at Evansville to a high of 1.84 inches at Bowling
Green.


Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 02-12-96 to 02-18-96

Cold with light snow and below normal precipitation (liquid equ.):
Temperatures for the period averaged 32 degrees across the state
which was -4 degrees from normal. High temperatures averaged from
45 degrees in the West to 37 degrees in the East. Departure from
normal high temperatures ranged from -6 degrees from normal in the
West to -7 degrees from normal in the East. Low temperatures
averaged from 25 degrees in the West to 24 degrees in the East.
Departure from normal low temperature ranged from -2 degrees from
normal in the West to -1 degrees from normal in the East.
Extreme high temperatures were in the upper 50's with some 60's
reported south.  Extreme low temperatures were in the low to mid
teens.  Soil temperatures averaged in the mid to upper 30's.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.13 inches state-
wide which was -0.75 inches from normal. Precipitation totals by
climate division, West 0.24 inches, Central 0.12 inches, Bluegrass
0.06 inches and East 0.11 inches, which was -0.71, -0.83, -0.70 and
-0.75 inches respectively from normal. By station, precipitation
totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches at London to a high of 0.46
inches at Bristol.  Snowfall was generally 1 to 3 inches in the
southern half of the state with 1 inch or less reported in the
northern half; Paducah reported 2.8 inches of snow, Jackson 3.4
inches, Lexington 0.7 inches, and Covington reported 0.9 inches
of snow.  So far for the 1995/96 winter season, snowfall amounts
were; Covington 33.2 in., Evansville 19.9 in., Huntington 39.3 in.,
Jackson 48.4 in., Lexington 22.6 in., Louisville 16.7 in., and
Paducah 11.5 inches.


Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 02-05-96 to 02-11-96

Temperatures for the period averaged 36 degrees across the state
which was +2 degrees from normal.  High temperatures averaged
from 51 in the West to 46 in the East.  Departure from normal
high temperatures ranged from +3 degrees from normal in the West
to +4 degrees from normal in the East.  Low temperatures averaged
from 28 degrees in the West to 22 degrees in the East.  Departure
from normal low temperature ranged from +2 degrees from normal in
the West to -2 degrees from normal in the East.  Extreme high
temperatures were in the upper 60's with Princeton reporting
70 degrees. Extreme low temperatures were near zero degrees.

Precipitation (liq. equ.) for the period totaled 0.16 inches
statewide which was -0.73 inches from normal.  Precipitation
totals by climate division, West 0.02 inches, Central 0.08
inches, Bluegrass 0.20 inches and East 0.33 inches, which was
-0.93, -0.88, -0.56 and -0.53 inches respectively from normal.
By station, precipitation totals ranged from a low of 0.00 inches
at Cape Girardeau to a high of 1.09 inches at Jackson.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the Period 01-29-96 to 02-04-96

Record cold temperatures and below normal precipitation:

The coldest temperatures of the 1995/96 winter season invaded Kentucky, the
Ohio Valley, and most of the U.S. this past week.  Low temperature records
dating back to, in some cases 1912, were broken.  Extreme high temperatures
were in the upper 40's to low 50's early in the week.  Extreme low temperatures
plunged into the negative teen's with some unofficial reports of temperatures
down to -22 and wind chill temperatures down to -40 degrees. Temperatures
for the period averaged 18 degrees across the state which was -16 degrees from
normal. High temperatures averaged from 22 in the West to 26 in the East.
Departure from normal high temperatures ranged from -25 degrees from normal
in the West to -15 degrees from normal in the East.  Low temperatures averaged
from 9 degrees in the West to 14 degrees in the East.  Departure from normal low
temperature ranged from -16 degrees from normal in the West to -9 degrees from
normal in the East.

Snowfall for the week was abundant for Central and Southeast sections of
the state.  Snowfall totals were 3 to 6 inches in the Southeast, 2 to 4 inches
in the Bluegrass area and 1 to 2 inches Central and West. Precipitation (liq.
equ.) for the period totaled 0.19 inches statewide which was -0.63 inches from
normal.

Precipitation totals by climate division, West 0.17 inches, Central 0.04 inches,
Bluegrass 0.06 inches and East 0.47 inches, which was -0.68, -0.84, -0.64 and
-0.36 inches respectively from normal. By station, precipitation totals ranged
from a low of 0.00 inches at Paducah to a high of 1.07 inches at Cumberland Gap.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the period
Monday January 22 through Sunday January 28, 1996:

Mild temperatures and rain continued throughout the week.

Average high temperatures during the period were in the
low 40's North to near 50 South and West.  Average lows were
in the mid to upper 20's. Occurrences of near 50 degree
temperatures were seen across the state during the week with
extreme low temperatures in the teens. Temperatures for the
week were above normal except for extreme northern sections of
the state they were near to slightly below normal.

Precipitation for the week was abundant with at least 2
notable rainfall events.  Rainfall totals for the week generally
1 to 2 inches with Bardstown receiving 2.37 inches,
Cumberland Gap 2.91 inches, Huntington 1.93 inches and
Lexington 1.78 inches.  One day totals on Tuesday ranged
from 1.16 inches in Evansville; .89 inches in Louisville;
to .54 inches in Lexington.  Precipitation for the week was
much above normal statewide.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the period
Monday January 15 through Sunday January 21, 1996:

Warm temperatures early in the week plummeted to
cold temperatures by Friday.

Average high temperatures during the period were in the mid
40's to mid 50's across the state.  Average lows were in the mid
20's to near 30. Extreme high temperatures early in the week were
in the 70s with lows in the teens.  As the week progressed temperatures
plummeted throughout Friday dropping into the teens in some areas
as the front crossed the state.  Cold temperatures continued into
Saturday with a rebound on Sunday. Temperatures for the week were
above normal.

Precipitation for the week was basically light with 2 heavier rainfall
events one on Thursday the other on Friday. Thursday's totals
ranged from a Trace in Jackson;  .92 inches in Paducah and .87 inches
in Bowing Green. Friday's totals ranged from 1.16 inches in Cumberland
Gap to .57 inches in Lexington with some areas reporting Trace amounts.
Precipitation for the week was generally above normal in the North,
West and extreme South,...Central sections to the extreme
East were below normal.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the period 
Jan 8 thru Jan 14, 1996

Cloudy and wet with seasonal temperatures. 

Averages temperatures for the week were in the
mid 20s in the Northern part of the state  to mid
30s in the South and West.  Departure from normal temperatures were 3
to 5 degrees below normal North to slightly above normal South and
West. Extreme high temperatures were in the upper 50s and extreme lows
were in the low teens. 

Precipitation for the week was mostly in the
form of snow except in the extreme Southwest. Generally,  2 to 4
inches of snow was received in the Eastern two-thirds of the state.
Southwest locations received mostly rain mixed with freezing rain and
sleet.  Total liquid equivalent precipitation was for West 0.4 to 0.8
inches, Central 0.2 to 0.4 inches, Bluegrass 0.1 to 0.4 inches and
East 0.1 to 0.5 inches.  This was generally 0.1 inches to 0.6 inches
below normal.

Kentucky Climate Summary
For the period
January 1 through January 7 1996

The first major snow storm hit Kentucky the first week of 1996.
Flurries turned into a weekend of Heavy snow and strong winds.

Average high temperatures during the period were in the low 30's 
to near 40 across the state.  Average lows were in the low 20's 
to near 30. High temperatures early in the week were in the upper 40's 
to near 50 with lows in the 30's to 40's.
As the week progressed temperatures plummeted with highs
on Friday in the 30's to highs in the teens to 20's on Sunday.
Lows over the weekend were in the single digits to the 20's. 
Cape Girardeau reported a High of 22 with a low ro 8 on
the 7th. Temperatures for the week were below normal.

Precipitation for the week started as rain and changed to flurries; 
Then heavy snowfall by Thursday night. This major winter storm 
system brought large accumulations of snow to the state.
Total accumulations ranged from 9 to 14 inches
North central...12 to 15 inches Northeast and Central, 13 to 16 
inches in the East, and 15-20 inches Southeast. 
Precipitation for the week was well above
normal.  
 

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