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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
- Often called the “Arts and Crafts Capital,” the town of Berea is best known for its arts festivals and being the home of Berea College.
- Surrounded by Owsley Park, the Berea Pinnacles, and the Appalachian Mountains, the town is also popular for the natural beauty around it.
- Since Berea is famous for its arts and crafts, no visit would be complete without a stop at the Kentucky Artisan Center, where works by more than 800 Kentucky artisans can be found.
- If nature is more of an interest, Berea College owns over 7,700 acres of forested land.
Map:
Berea, Kentucky Weather by Month
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Precip. (in) | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40 | 22 | 3.5 | Cold & Snowy |
| February | 45 | 25 | 3.0 | Cold & Snowy |
| March | 55 | 32 | 3.8 | Chilly & Rainy |
| April | 68 | 42 | 3.5 | Mild & Rainy |
| May | 78 | 52 | 3.9 | Pleasant |
| June | 85 | 62 | 4.2 | Warm & Humid |
| July | 88 | 65 | 4.5 | Hot & Humid |
| August | 85 | 63 | 4.1 | Warm & Humid |
| September | 75 | 52 | 3.7 | Mild & Pleasant |
| October | 62 | 40 | 3.2 | Cool & Crisp |
| November | 50 | 30 | 3.5 | Chilly & Rainy |
| December | 40 | 23 | 3.3 | Cold & Snowy |
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