Essex County Climate
Essex County, Virginia
Avg Annual Temp
58.2°F
Annual Precip
45.2"
Annual Snowfall
11.5"
Extreme Heat Days
44
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
DryWet❄= snowfall
❄3.0"
❄2.6"
❄3.7"
❄3.2"
3.9"
4.4"
4.7"
5.0"
4.2"
4.0"
❄3.3"
❄3.3"
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Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
Warmer than 66% of US counties
Wetter than 58% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 38% of US counties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Essex County?
The average annual temperature in Essex County, VA is 58.2°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Essex County get?
Essex County receives an average of 45.2 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Essex County?
Yes, Essex County receives an average of 11.5 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Essex County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Essex County is 76.1°F. The county experiences an average of 44 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Essex County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Essex County is 39.7°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 37.6°F.
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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.