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Charles City County Climate

Charles City County, Virginia

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate Normals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec58.0°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

58.0°F

Annual Precip

49.9"

Annual Snowfall

Extreme Heat Days

45

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet
3.5"
3.0"
3.9"
3.8"
4.1"
5.1"
5.8"
4.8"
5.2"
3.9"
3.3"
3.7"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Growing Season & Gardening

USDA Hardiness Zone

7b

Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring47°66°11.8"Summer74°79°15.6"Fall48°70°12.4"Winter37°41°10.2"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 64% of US counties
Wetter than 76% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 41% of US counties

7-Day Outlook

Forecast

Current Conditions

Air Quality

Safety

Weather Alerts

Climate Advisory: Charles City County

Climate Verdict

Charles City County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 58.0°F, moderately wet with 49.9 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 45.2 per year above 90°F. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.

Seasonal Breakdown

Winters are cold, with January averaging 37.4°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.6°F. The 41°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.

Outdoor & Gardening Guidance

The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.

Regional Context

Charles City County closely matches the Virginia statewide average temperature of 56.2°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Virginia, the county experiences 17.41953551912571 more extreme heat days than the state average.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Charles City County?
The average annual temperature in Charles City County, VA is 58.0°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Charles City County get?
Charles City County receives an average of 49.9 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
How hot does Charles City County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Charles City County is 76.4°F. The county experiences an average of 45 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Charles City County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Charles City County is 39.6°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 37.4°F.

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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.

Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.

By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
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