Meta, Kentucky
Meta, Kentucky | |
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 Looking east, the interchange between Bent Branch Road and US 119 in Meta | |
  Meta, Kentucky | |
| Coordinates: 37°34′13″N 82°26′15″W / 37.57028°N 82.43750°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Pike |
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code | 606 |
| GNIS feature ID | 498086[1] |
Meta is an unincorporated community in Pike County, Kentucky. Meta is located at the junction of Kentucky Route 1426 and Kentucky Route 2169 7.7 miles (12.4 km) northeast of Pikeville.[2] The community had a post office from 1896 to 1959.[3]
Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Meta has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[4]
References
- ^ "Meta". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior.
- ^ State Primary Road System: Pike County (PDF) (Map). Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. 2012. Retrieved September 19, 2012.
- ^ "Meta Post Office (historical)". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior.
- ^ Climate Summary for Meta, Kentucky
