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Exploring Drift

The city of Drift has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around Drift include:

• Knott County Sportsplex
• Mountain Arts Center
• University of Pikeville
• StoneCrest Golf Course
• East Kentucky Science Center and Planetarium
• Jenny Wiley State Resort Park
• Battle of Ivy Mountain Monument

When arranging your Drift getaway, you can also use ebookers to find a convenient flight into Pikeville, KY (PVL-Pike County - Hatcher Field) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or time of departure to identify one that'll work best for you.

When is the Best Time to Explore Drift?

If you're wondering when is the best time of year to visit Drift, you might find this info about seasonal weather helpful when you are organising your getaway. The warmest months in Drift are typically July and August, whereas the coldest months are usually January and February. The months with the most rain are July and May, whereas November and September have the least.

Here's an overview on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 14°C and at night it is -2°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 345 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 29°C during the day and 8°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 374 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 31°C and the night-time average is 15°C. Average precipitation for this season is 380 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 21°C and 1°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 325 mm.
• The average annual rainfall in Drift is 1424 mm.