Norfolk city Climate
Norfolk city, Virginia
Avg Annual Temp
61.0°F
Annual Precip
49.4"
Annual Snowfall
4.6"
Extreme Heat Days
37.63333333333333
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Norfolk city Weather
One of Virginia's warmest spots
Norfolk city averages 61.0°F annually, placing it among the warmer regions in the United States. It is a wet climate, receiving nearly 50 inches of precipitation each year.
Leading the state in warmth
Norfolk is significantly warmer than the Virginia state average of 55.9°F. This coastal city enjoys longer growing seasons and milder winters than the state interior.
Warmer than its coastal neighbors
Norfolk is warmer than Newport News (59.5°F) and Northampton County (58.9°F). The urban heat island effect likely contributes to these higher readings.
Wet summers and light snow
The city sees 38 extreme heat days per year with a July average of 80.4°F. Snow is rare, averaging only 4.6 inches annually despite the high precipitation.
Prepare for rain and humidity
With 49.4 inches of annual precipitation, waterproof gear and humidity control are essential. The mild 43.6°F winter average makes it ideal for year-round outdoor coastal activities.
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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.