Covington city Climate
Covington city, Virginia
Avg Annual Temp
52.7°F
Annual Precip
39.5"
Annual Snowfall
10.1"
Extreme Heat Days
29.9
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Covington city Weather
A cool and relatively dry climate
Covington city averages 52.7°F annually, placing it below the national median temperature. Its 39.5 inches of annual precipitation is also lower than many of its Mid-Atlantic counterparts.
Drier than the typical Virginia county
The city is over 3 degrees cooler than the state average of 55.9°F. It is also significantly drier, receiving about 6 inches less rain per year than the state average of 45.7 inches.
Cool temperatures with less rain
Covington shares a 52.7°F average with Clarke County but receives far less precipitation. This creates a distinct mountain-valley climate compared to the wetter northern counties.
Cold winters and steady summer heat
Despite its low annual average, the city still sees 30 days of extreme heat above 90°F. Winters bring 10.1 inches of snow and a chilly January average of 32.0°F.
Prepare for a wide temperature swing
Residents must plan for both freezing winters and a full month of 90-degree summer days. The lower annual rainfall means drought-resistant landscaping may be more beneficial here than elsewhere in the state.
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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.