Rome, KY
Unincorporated community in Daviess County, Kentucky
Rome is a small unincorporated community in Daviess County, Kentucky. It is 2.4 miles NW of Sorgho, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 42301.
Rome at a glance
- State
- Kentucky
- County
- Daviess County
- ZIP code
- 42301
- Nearest town
- Sorgho (2.4 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 37.7211, -87.1808
Weather in Rome now
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Rome weather by the hour
Rome weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Rome.
This week in Rome
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Rome
What is the weather usually like in Rome?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 87°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 26°F average low
- 45.6 inprecipitation per year · 1,157 mm
- 4.3 insnowfall per year · 11 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Rome: May and August to October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station CALHOUN LOCK 2, KY US (USC00151227), adjusted for the elevation of Rome.
Rome weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Rome through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:01 AM | 4:55 PM | 9 h 54 min |
| February | 6:36 AM | 5:29 PM | 10 h 52 min |
| March | 6:57 AM | 6:57 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:11 AM | 7:25 PM | 13 h 13 min |
| May | 5:37 AM | 7:52 PM | 14 h 15 min |
| June | 5:24 AM | 8:13 PM | 14 h 48 min |
| July | 5:37 AM | 8:11 PM | 14 h 33 min |
| August | 6:03 AM | 7:43 PM | 13 h 39 min |
| September | 6:29 AM | 6:58 PM | 12 h 28 min |
| October | 6:56 AM | 6:12 PM | 11 h 16 min |
| November | 6:27 AM | 4:39 PM | 10 h 11 min |
| December | 6:55 AM | 4:32 PM | 9 h 37 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in Rome?
Rome has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 87°F (31°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 26°F (-3°C).
It gets about 45.6 inches (1,157 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May and the driest is August. Snow is common: about 4 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Rome is May and August to October. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Rome
The closest live webcam is Owensboro › East: Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront, 5.2 miles NE of Rome.
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Questions about Rome
Where is Rome, KY?
Rome is an unincorporated community in Daviess County, Kentucky, 2.4 miles NW of Sorgho.
What county is Rome in?
Rome is in Daviess County, Kentucky.
What is the ZIP code of Rome, KY?
The ZIP code for Rome is 42301.
What is the nearest town to Rome?
Sorgho, 2.4 miles away.
Are there webcams near Rome?
Yes. The closest is Owensboro › East: Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront, 5.2 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Rome?
July, with an average high of 87°F (31°C).
What is the coldest month in Rome?
January, with an average low of 26°F (-3°C).
How much does it rain in Rome?
About 45.6 inches (1,157 mm) a year; the wettest month is May.
Does it snow in Rome?
Yes, about 4 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
May and August to October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Rome have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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