Hopewell city Climate
Hopewell city, Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
60.8°F
Annual Precip
50.1"
Annual Snowfall
3.5"
Extreme Heat Days
55
days >= 90°F/yr
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Growing Season & Gardening
4,945
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Hopewell city
Climate Verdict
Hopewell city has a warm, averaging 60.8°F year-round, moderately wet with 50.1 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 54.8 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 3.5 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 40.8°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 80.1°F. The 39°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
Hopewell city is 4.6°F warmer than the Virginia statewide average of 56.2°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Virginia, the county experiences 27.019535519125704 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Hopewell city Weather
Hopewell is One of the Region's Warmest Spots
Hopewell’s average annual temperature of 60.8°F is significantly higher than the national median. It also experiences high humidity with 50.1 inches of annual rain.
Way Above the Virginia Average
The city sits 4.9 degrees above the Virginia average temperature of 55.9°F. It is also significantly wetter than the state average of 45.7 inches.
Hotter and Wetter Than Its Neighbors
Hopewell is nearly two degrees warmer than neighboring King and Queen County. It also records more extreme heat days than any other nearby municipality.
Intense Summer Heat and Very Little Snow
Hopewell endures 55 days of extreme heat each year, with July averaging 80.1°F. Conversely, it receives only 3.5 inches of snowfall annually.
Focus on Cooling and Flood Prevention
With 55 days above 90°F, high-capacity air conditioning is a primary household need. Residents should also prepare for high rainfall totals of 50.1 inches per year.
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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.