Shively
A community guide to Shively in Kentucky, the United States.
- Population
- 15,636 residents
- Region
- Kentucky
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 38.2001, -85.8227
Climate
The climate at Shively is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 38.20 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 Shively experience. Visitors planning a trip to Shively should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Visiting
Shively welcomes visitors year-round. Points of interest in and around the community reflect the local character of this part of Kentucky, and the surrounding region offers further opportunities for exploration. Accommodation, dining, and visitor services in Shively are available at the scale appropriate for a community of its size, with additional options in nearby places across Kentucky. For travellers passing through the United States, Shively provides a snapshot of regional life worth a closer look.
History
The history of Shively is bound up with the broader story of Kentucky. Settlement, agriculture, and trade have all left their mark on the area, with successive generations of residents contributing to the community as it stands today. Like many places across the United States, Shively has experienced periods of growth and quiet alongside the patterns of regional change. Local landmarks, civic buildings, and cultural sites carry traces of each chapter in the area's longer story.
Geography and location
Shively sits at approximate coordinates 38.2001 latitude and -85.8227 longitude within Kentucky. The terrain and natural features around Shively 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.