Waitman, KY
Unincorporated community in Hancock County, Kentucky
Waitman is a small unincorporated community in Hancock County, Kentucky. It is 2.6 miles NW of Grandview, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 42355.
Waitman at a glance
- State
- Kentucky
- County
- Hancock County
- ZIP code
- 42355
- Nearest town
- Grandview (2.6 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 37.9081, -86.9508
Weather in Waitman now
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Waitman weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Waitman.
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What is the weather usually like in Waitman?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 85°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 26°F average low
- 51.3 inprecipitation per year · 1,302 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Waitman: May–June and August–September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station TELL CITY, IN US (USC00128698), adjusted for the elevation of Waitman.
Waitman weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Waitman through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:00 AM | 4:53 PM | 9 h 53 min |
| February | 6:35 AM | 5:27 PM | 10 h 52 min |
| March | 6:57 AM | 6:56 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:10 AM | 7:24 PM | 13 h 14 min |
| May | 5:35 AM | 7:52 PM | 14 h 16 min |
| June | 5:23 AM | 8:13 PM | 14 h 49 min |
| July | 5:36 AM | 8:11 PM | 14 h 34 min |
| August | 6:02 AM | 7:42 PM | 13 h 40 min |
| September | 6:28 AM | 6:57 PM | 12 h 28 min |
| October | 6:55 AM | 6:11 PM | 11 h 16 min |
| November | 6:27 AM | 4:37 PM | 10 h 10 min |
| December | 6:54 AM | 4:31 PM | 9 h 36 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in Waitman?
Waitman has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 85°F (30°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 26°F (-3°C).
It gets about 51.3 inches (1,302 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May and the driest is August.
The best time to visit Waitman is May–June and August–September. 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 Waitman
The closest live webcam is Owensboro › East: Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront, 12.8 miles SW of Waitman.
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Questions about Waitman
Where is Waitman, KY?
Waitman is an unincorporated community in Hancock County, Kentucky, 2.6 miles NW of Grandview.
What county is Waitman in?
Waitman is in Hancock County, Kentucky.
What is the ZIP code of Waitman, KY?
The ZIP code for Waitman is 42355.
What is the nearest town to Waitman?
Grandview, 2.6 miles away.
Are there webcams near Waitman?
Yes. The closest is Owensboro › East: Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront, 12.8 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Waitman?
July, with an average high of 85°F (30°C).
What is the coldest month in Waitman?
January, with an average low of 26°F (-3°C).
How much does it rain in Waitman?
About 51.3 inches (1,302 mm) a year; the wettest month is May.
Does it snow in Waitman?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Waitman?
May–June and August–September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Waitman have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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