Pikeville
A community guide to Pikeville in Kentucky, the United States.
- Population
- 7,754 residents
- Region
- Kentucky
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 37.4793, -82.5188
Geography and location
Pikeville sits at approximate coordinates 37.4793 latitude and -82.5188 longitude within Kentucky. The terrain and natural features around Pikeville reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Kentucky road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Climate
The climate at Pikeville is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 37.48 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Pikeville experience. Visitors planning a trip to Pikeville should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Getting there
Reaching Pikeville typically involves the regional road network of Kentucky or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Pikeville to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Kentucky. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Pikeville.