Pittsylvania County Climate
Pittsylvania County, Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
55.6°F
Annual Precip
47.7"
Annual Snowfall
5.8"
Extreme Heat Days
22
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,686
Supports most vegetables & fruits
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Climate Advisory: Pittsylvania County
Climate Verdict
Pittsylvania County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 55.6°F, moderately wet with 47.7 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 21.7 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 5.8 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 35.7°F. summers are warm — July averages 75.5°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
Pittsylvania County closely matches the Virginia statewide average temperature of 56.2°F.
Climate Profile
About Pittsylvania County Weather
Typical Mid-Atlantic weather patterns
Pittsylvania County closely mirrors national climate trends with an annual average temperature of 55.6°F. It receives 47.7 inches of precipitation, making it slightly wetter than the national median but typical for the region.
A perfect match for Virginia averages
The county's 55.6°F annual average is nearly identical to the Virginia state average of 55.9°F. Its precipitation level of 47.7 inches also sits just above the state mean of 45.7 inches.
Balanced seasons in the Southside
Pittsylvania sees 22 days of extreme heat, which is moderate compared to the more urban corridors to the east. It experiences 5.8 inches of snowfall annually, significantly less than the 18.6 inches seen in Page County to the north.
Warm summers and temperate winters
July temperatures average 75.5°F, while the broader summer season averages 73.6°F. Winters are cool but rarely extreme, with a January average of 35.7°F and only 5.8 inches of snow over the season.
Standard HVAC and light winter prep
A balanced HVAC system is ideal here to handle the 22 extreme heat days and the cool winter nights. With less than 6 inches of snow, heavy-duty winter equipment is rarely necessary for most residents.
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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.