The climate of Kettering
Located in
Ohio, USA,
Kettering has a Humid subtropical climate, classified as Cfa according to the Köppen climate classification. The climate parameters indicate that the weather in this area experiences significant seasonal variation over the course of the year. Average temperatures range from 21.7°F (-5.7°C) to 81.1°F (27.3°C), while annual rainfall varies from 1.54" (39mm) to 3.15" (80mm).
Comparatively, temperatures are coolest in
January and warmest in
July, with temperature highs escalating from 33.6°F (0.9°C) in the first month of the year to reach a peak of 81.1°F (27.3°C) in the middle year. Temperatures usually stay above freezing, averaging a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) in January, gradually rising to reach 64.4°F (18°C) in July. The rainfall distribution also exhibits seasonal changes -
May is the wettest month with an average of 3.15" (80mm) and
October records the least amount of precipitation with an average of 1.54" (39mm). The city additionally experiences some snowfall, registering the highest averages of 2.44" (62mm) in January and
February, and rarely in
November with just 0.87" (22mm).
One interesting weather pattern to note concerns the daylight and sunshine hours. The longest day is typically in
June, offering up to 14.9 hours of daylight and 10.2 hours of sunshine. In contrast,
December cuts down daylight to 9.4 hours and sunshine duration to 4 hours.
The best time to visit Kettering
For those seeking the warmest period to visit
Kettering, it would certainly be during the summer months, from
June to
August. During this time, temperatures can rise to a high of 81.1°F (27.3°C) in
July, consistently providing warm and favorable conditions for outdoor activities. Apart from the warmth, these months also enjoy longer daylight hours, ranging from 14.4 hours in
May to 14.9 hours in June and 14.7 hours in July, delivering enough hours for outdoor sightseeing.
The worst time to visit Kettering
On the flip side, those with a low tolerance for cold weather would find the period from
December to
February less appealing. During these winter months, low temperatures can drop to 21.7°F (-5.7°C) in
January, with significant snowfall amounts recorded in the same month. Coupled with shorter daylight and sunshine duration, these conditions could limit outdoor activity and sightseeing, making it a less than optimal time for visitors to plan their trips.
Spring weather in Kettering
Spring in
Kettering runs from
March to
May, and it brings about steadily rising temperatures, from an average high of 49.5°F (9.7°C) in March to reach 71.4°F (21.9°C) by May. In the meanwhile, humidity levels drop from 77% in March and
April to 80% in May. The rainfall exhibits an increment trend as well, with precipitation starting at 2.2" (56mm) in March and peaking at 3.15" (80mm) in May.
Summer weather in Kettering
Summertime in
Kettering, from
June to
August, is characterized by the warmest conditions of the year. The mercury can rise up to 81.1°F (27.3°C) in
July, although nighttime temperatures might drop to pleasant lows around 64.4°F (18°C) in the same month. Average rainfall hovers around 2.56" (65mm) in June and decreases to about 2.09" (53mm) by August. Humidity remains relatively constant ranging from 80% in June to 80% in August.
Autumn weather in Kettering
Autumn, lasting from
September to
November, in
Kettering signifies a shift towards cooler conditions. Temperatures gradually decrease from an average high of 75°F (23.9°C) in September to a much cooler 49.1°F (9.5°C) by November; overnight temperatures follow a similar pattern, dropping from 57°F (13.9°C) to a low of 35.6°F (2°C) respectively. Rainfall also reduces from 1.65" (42mm) in September to 1.57" (40mm) in November, with relative humidity levels experiencing a slight decrease.
Winter weather in Kettering
The onset of winter, from
December through
February, brings colder temperatures to
Kettering. The average highs drop from 39.6°F (4.2°C) in December to reach their lowest at 33.6°F (0.9°C) in
January, while lows also drop to an average of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) in the coldest month. Snowfall becomes more prevalent during this period ranging from 2.05" (52mm) in December to 2.44" (62mm) in January and February.
Weather in January
As
Ohio plunges into the depths of winter,
Kettering experiences its coldest month with temperature extremes ranging from 21.7°F (-5.7°C) to 33.6°F (0.9°C). A characteristic feature of the weather in
January is the high relative humidity of 82%, coupled with the prevalence of cloudy skies, which cover 62% of the sky on average.
Weather in January »Weather in February
February's weather in
Kettering still retains remnants of the cold winter, however, temperatures start to rise ever so slightly with the minimum being 24.6°F (-4.1°C), displaying a progression from the
January chill. Despite the increasing sunlight (4.9 hours per day), February continues to bear the heavy winter cloak, doused by an average rainfall of 1.89" (48mm).
Weather in February » Weather in March
Distinct signs of spring can be perceived in
March's weather in
Kettering, with temperatures now reaching a high of 49.5°F (9.7°C). The beginning of warmer days is complemented by an increased daylight that now stands at 12 hours, indicating the arrival of longer days.
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Weather in April
Warmer breezes start flowing in
Kettering during
April, as the weather becomes notably milder with the minimum temperature rising to 43.7°F (6.5°C). The city enjoys a substantial increase in sunlight, now brightening the city for 7.6 hours per day, the brightness mirrored in the blooming flowers around the city.
Weather in April »Weather in May
May welcomes warmer weather in
Kettering with a high temperature soaring to 71.4°F (21.9°C). The sun continues to bathe the city in its warmth for an impressive 8.9 hours per day. The remnants of
April's moisture still linger, leading to an increase in relative humidity, and along with the increase in temperature results in May having the maximum rainfall among the months listed.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June heralds the arrival of summer in
Kettering, boasting temperatures that peak at 78.4°F (25.8°C). The longest day of sunlight is featured in this month, illuminating life for 10.2 hours, supplying residents with ample opportunities for enjoying outdoor pastimes.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July, the same as
June, is a moderately hot summer month in
Kettering,
Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 81.1°F (27.3°C) and 64.4°F (18°C). July, recording an average high temperature of 81.1°F (27.3°C) and a low temperature of 64.4°F (18°C), is Kettering's warmest month. During July, the heat index is computed to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C).
Weather in July » Weather in August
The last month of the summer,
August, is another warm month in
Kettering,
Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C). Kettering experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.1°F (26.7°C) in August, subtly different from
July's 81.1°F (27.3°C).
Weather in August »Weather in September
The first month of the autumn,
September, is still a warm month in
Kettering,
Ohio, with temperature in the range of an average low of 57°F (13.9°C) and an average high of 75°F (23.9°C). Transitioning from
August to September, Kettering observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 75°F (23.9°C), differing subtly from the previous month.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October, like
September, in
Kettering,
Ohio, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 63°F (17.2°C) and min 46.8°F (8.2°C). Kettering's weather in October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from September's moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C) to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C).
Weather in October » Weather in November
November transitions
Kettering into the early stages of winter, with temperatures plunging to touch a high of 49.1°F (9.5°C). As winter steps in, daylight keeps reducing and now stands at 10 hours, decreasing the warmth from the sun to 5.4 hours a day.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December marks the full onset of winter in
Kettering with temperatures dropping down to 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Shorter days become the norm, with daylight spanning for only 9.4 hours, and the sun providing warmth for just 4 hours a day.
Weather in December »