Terrapin, KY
Unincorporated community in Mercer County, Kentucky
Terrapin is a small unincorporated community in Mercer County, Kentucky. It is 5.0 miles NE of Salvisa, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 40372.
Terrapin at a glance
- State
- Kentucky
- County
- Mercer County
- ZIP code
- 40372
- Nearest town
- Salvisa (5.0 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 37.8842, -84.9386
Weather in Terrapin now
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Terrapin weather by the hour
Terrapin weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Terrapin.
This week in Terrapin
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Terrapin
What is the weather usually like in Terrapin?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 86°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 27°F average low
- 45.9 inprecipitation per year · 1,165 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Terrapin: May and August to October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station DIX DAM, KY US (USC00152214), adjusted for the elevation of Terrapin.
Terrapin weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Terrapin through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:52 AM | 5:45 PM | 9 h 53 min |
| February | 7:27 AM | 6:19 PM | 10 h 52 min |
| March | 7:48 AM | 7:48 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 7:02 AM | 8:16 PM | 13 h 14 min |
| May | 6:27 AM | 8:44 PM | 14 h 16 min |
| June | 6:15 AM | 9:05 PM | 14 h 49 min |
| July | 6:28 AM | 9:03 PM | 14 h 34 min |
| August | 6:54 AM | 8:34 PM | 13 h 40 min |
| September | 7:20 AM | 7:49 PM | 12 h 28 min |
| October | 7:47 AM | 7:03 PM | 11 h 16 min |
| November | 7:19 AM | 5:29 PM | 10 h 10 min |
| December | 7:46 AM | 5:23 PM | 9 h 36 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Terrapin?
Terrapin has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 86°F (30°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 27°F (-3°C).
It gets about 45.9 inches (1,165 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May and the driest is January.
The best time to visit Terrapin 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 Terrapin
The closest live webcam is Peaks Mill › West: Canoe Kentucky, 29.4 miles N of Terrapin.
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Questions about Terrapin
Where is Terrapin, KY?
Terrapin is an unincorporated community in Mercer County, Kentucky, 5.0 miles NE of Salvisa.
What county is Terrapin in?
Terrapin is in Mercer County, Kentucky.
What is the ZIP code of Terrapin, KY?
The ZIP code for Terrapin is 40372.
What is the nearest town to Terrapin?
Salvisa, 5.0 miles away.
Are there webcams near Terrapin?
Yes. The closest is Peaks Mill › West: Canoe Kentucky, 29.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Terrapin?
July, with an average high of 86°F (30°C).
What is the coldest month in Terrapin?
January, with an average low of 27°F (-3°C).
How much does it rain in Terrapin?
About 45.9 inches (1,165 mm) a year; the wettest month is May.
Does it snow in Terrapin?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Terrapin?
May and August to October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Terrapin have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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