Population

As of the 2020 Census, the City of Murray has 17,307 residents, up from 14,950 in 2000. This represents an increase of 15.8% and makes Murray one of the fastest growing cities in Kentucky.

Calloway County’s population as of the 2020 Census is 37,103, up from 34,177 in 2000.

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Climate

Murray usually does not experience extreme weather conditions such as extreme heat or blizzards, although in the winter of 2002-03, we received 24" of snow, about three times the norm. Summer time in west Kentucky is usually humid with temperatures averaging around 90°F. The summer heat usually peaks in late July, with very little, if any, 100°F+ days. Snow is not rare in west Kentucky, but the area probably receives less than any other part of the state. Snow usually falls between the first of December and about the first of March, although measurable snow has been recorded in October and April. Most snowstorms do not produce anymore than two or three inches of snow, but occasional storms can dump six inches or more.

More Weather Statistics:

  • Annual average temperature: 58.8°F
  • Average high temperature: 69.3°F
  • Average low temperature: 48.3°F
  • Average yearly precipitation: 58 inches
  • Average yearly snowfall: 6.5 inches
  • Relative humidity: 60%

Average Monthly Temperatures in Calloway County

Month High Low
January 45.6° 27.4°
February 50.4° 30.7°
March 60.6° 38.2°
April 71.4° 47.5°
May 78.9° 57.0°
June 86.3° 65.4°
July 89.3° 69.0°
August 88.8° 67.4°
September 82.6° 60.3°
October 71.2° 48.4°
November 58.4° 37.6°
December 48.4° 30.7°

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