Lynchburg city Climate
Lynchburg city, Virginia
Avg Annual Temp
55.2°F
Annual Precip
43.6"
Annual Snowfall
12.4"
Extreme Heat Days
20.3
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Lynchburg city Weather
Temperate Living in the Foothills
Lynchburg city averages 55.2°F annually, reflecting a humid subtropical climate that is warmer than the U.S. median. The city enjoys a classic four-season cycle with high annual precipitation of 43.6 inches.
Moderate Temperatures for the Region
Lynchburg's 55.2°F average is slightly below the Virginia state average of 55.9°F. This places the city in a middle-tier temperature bracket for the Commonwealth.
Milder Peaks Than Nearby Lexington
Lynchburg is marginally warmer than Lexington city (54.9°F) on average, yet it records far fewer extreme heat days. While Lexington hits 90°F over thirty times a year, Lynchburg only sees 20 such days.
Snowy Winters and Manageable Summers
The city receives 12.4 inches of snow annually, with winter temperatures averaging 37.3°F. Summer heat is relatively restrained for the region, with July averaging 74.9°F and only 20 days of extreme heat.
Reliable Winter Prep and Ventilation
Lynchburg residents should prepare for a foot of snow each year with appropriate tires and shovels. Because extreme heat is less frequent here than in neighboring cities, natural ventilation and standard AC are usually sufficient.
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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.