Nottoway County Climate
Nottoway County, Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
57.6°F
Annual Precip
46.8"
Annual Snowfall
3.3"
Extreme Heat Days
30
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,210
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Nottoway County
Climate Verdict
Nottoway County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 57.6°F, moderately wet with 46.8 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 29.7 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 3.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 37.4°F. summers are warm — July averages 77.8°F. The 40°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
Nottoway County closely matches the Virginia statewide average temperature of 56.2°F.
Climate Profile
About Nottoway County Weather
Typical Mid-Atlantic warmth and rain
Nottoway County averages 57.6°F annually, positioning it slightly above the national median temperature. It receives a healthy 46.8 inches of annual precipitation.
Warmer than the Virginia average
Nottoway's 57.6°F average is nearly two degrees higher than the 55.9°F state average. It sits in a transitional zone between the mountains and the coast.
Mid-range temperatures for the region
The county is cooler than southern neighbor Mecklenburg (59.5°F) but warmer than Orange County (55.9°F). This makes it a temperature middle-ground for Central Virginia.
Hot summers and dry winters
Residents face 30 days of extreme heat each year, mainly during the 77.8°F July peak. Snowfall is minimal, with only 3.3 inches falling on average.
Plan for a month of heat
HVAC systems should be serviced for the 30 days of 90°F weather expected each summer. Low snowfall means winter maintenance is generally manageable for most households.
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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.