Powhatan County Climate

Powhatan County, Virginia

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Avg Annual Temp

Annual Precip

45.2"

Annual Snowfall

Extreme Heat Days

Monthly Temperature

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Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet
3.5"
2.6"
4.0"
3.6"
4.1"
3.5"
4.7"
4.4"
4.1"
3.6"
3.4"
3.9"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

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National Comparison

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Wetter than 57% of US counties

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Climate Profile

About Powhatan County Weather

Steady precipitation in Central Virginia

Powhatan County receives 45.2 inches of annual precipitation, which is well above the national median. While specific temperature data is not available for this station, the rainfall follows a consistent East Coast pattern.

Consistent with Virginia rainfall norms

The county’s 45.2 inches of annual rain is nearly a perfect match for the Virginia state average of 45.7 inches. This ensures a stable environment for the local agriculture and forest lands.

Similar moisture to surrounding counties

Powhatan’s precipitation levels are closely aligned with neighbors like Prince Edward County, which sees 44.5 inches. Temperature and snow data are limited for this specific location, but it shares the general humid subtropical climate of the Piedmont.

Rainfall distributed throughout the year

With 45.2 inches of total precipitation, the county experiences regular moisture across all seasons. Though seasonal temperature averages are missing from this data set, the region typically faces humid summers and cool winters.

Prioritize water management and drainage

Homeowners should focus on maintaining gutters and ensuring proper property grading to handle the 45 inches of annual rain. Because heat and snow data are unavailable, residents should follow general Central Virginia guidelines for HVAC maintenance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much rain does Powhatan County get?
Powhatan County receives an average of 45.2 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.

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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.

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