Alleghany County Climate
Alleghany County, Virginia
Avg Annual Temp
52.4°F
Annual Precip
41.3"
Annual Snowfall
18.3"
Extreme Heat Days
6.5
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Alleghany County Weather
Cooler Mountain Air
Alleghany's 52.4°F average temperature is cooler than the national median of 54°F. This reflects a humid continental climate influenced by the Appalachian Mountains.
One of Virginia's Coolest Counties
At 52.4°F, the county is significantly cooler than the 55.9°F Virginia state average. It also sees less rain than the state average, recording 41.3 inches annually.
High Elevation Weather Shifts
Alleghany records 18.3 inches of snow, much higher than the Virginia average. Its mountain location creates a much drier and colder profile than eastern neighbors like Albemarle.
Mild Summers and Snowy Winters
The county only sees 7 days over 90°F, making for very comfortable summers. Winters are cold, averaging 33.8°F with frequent snowfall through the season.
Focus on Winter Readiness
Reliable heating and snow tires are essential for navigating the mountain winters. Air conditioning is less critical here than in the rest of Virginia due to limited extreme heat.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.