Caroline County Climate
Caroline County, Virginia
Avg Annual Temp
56.6°F
Annual Precip
44.8"
Annual Snowfall
11.5"
Extreme Heat Days
32
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Caroline County Weather
Temperate climate above the national median
Caroline County averages 56.6°F annually, making it notably warmer than the typical U.0053. county. The region enjoys a balanced climate with distinct seasonal transitions.
Matching the heart of Virginia weather
At 56.6°F, the county sits roughly 0.7 degrees above the Virginia state average. Its annual precipitation of 44.8 inches almost perfectly mirrors the state average of 45.7 inches.
Warmer than Northern Virginia neighbors
Caroline County's 56.6°F average is significantly warmer than Culpeper County to the northwest, which averages 54.2°F. This creates a longer growing season for local agriculture compared to its northern peers.
Thirty-two days of intense summer heat
July temperatures average 77.1°F, contributing to 32 days of extreme heat above 90°F annually. Winters are chilly but manageable, featuring 11.5 inches of snow and a January average of 35.7°F.
Invest in cooling and moisture control
Residents need robust air conditioning to navigate over a month of 90-degree days. With 44.8 inches of rain, ensure gutters are clear to handle the consistent year-round precipitation.
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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.