National Weather ServiceKentuckyFrost AdvisoryArchive to October 1, 2026
Frost Advisories in Kentucky
The National Weather Service issued 21 frost advisories for Kentucky in 2025 and 25 a year on average in 2008-2025; in 2021-2025 it had the 11th most of any state. 2026 through September: 25, 69% above the average of 15 for those months in 2008-2025. Morgan was covered most often (101 times since 2008).
How many frost advisories does Kentucky get?
Every frost advisory that covered part of Kentucky. 2026 is an outline: the year is not over.
The numbers
| Year | Count |
|---|---|
| 2026 (through September) | 25 |
| 2025 | 21 |
| 2024 | 22 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2022 | 36 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2020 | 35 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2010 | 36 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2008 | 21 |
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
When in the year does Kentucky get them?
Sum of 2008-2025; the busiest month is labelled.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
Where in Kentucky?
| County or forecast zone | Since 2008 | Since 2023 | Last issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan | 101 | 23 | May 8, 2026 |
| Wolfe | 101 | 23 | May 8, 2026 |
| Elliott | 100 | 22 | May 2, 2026 |
| Rowan | 100 | 21 | May 2, 2026 |
| Lee | 99 | 22 | May 8, 2026 |
| Wayne | 99 | 22 | May 8, 2026 |
| Fleming | 98 | 23 | May 2, 2026 |
| Pulaski | 98 | 22 | May 8, 2026 |
| Laurel | 97 | 22 | May 8, 2026 |
| Bath | 96 | 22 | May 2, 2026 |
| Jackson | 96 | 22 | May 8, 2026 |
| McCreary | 96 | 22 | May 8, 2026 |
The NWS issues these products for counties or forecast zones; a zone can be part of a county or a mountain range.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
What is a frost advisory?
A frost advisory means frost is expected on clear, calm nights during the growing season, with temperatures a few degrees above freezing. An advisory is issued for a hazard less serious than a warning that can still cause inconvenience or danger if people are not careful. The national record · Every warning type in Kentucky.