Prince Edward County Climate
Prince Edward County, Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
57.4°F
Annual Precip
44.5"
Annual Snowfall
6.1"
Extreme Heat Days
36
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,172
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Current Conditions
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Climate Advisory: Prince Edward County
Climate Verdict
Prince Edward County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 57.4°F, moderately wet with 44.5 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 35.7 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 6.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 37.2°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.1°F. The 41°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
Prince Edward County closely matches the Virginia statewide average temperature of 56.2°F.
Climate Profile
About Prince Edward County Weather
Warm and moderately wet climate
Prince Edward County is warmer than the national median, with an annual average temperature of 57.4°F. It averages 44.5 inches of precipitation, slightly less than the typical levels found along the Virginia coast.
Slightly warmer than the state mean
The county’s 57.4°F average temperature sits roughly 1.5 degrees higher than the Virginia state average of 55.9°F. This reflects its position in the warmer southern Piedmont region.
High heat compared to western neighbors
Prince Edward faces 36 days of extreme heat (≥90°F), which is much higher than the 13 days seen in Patrick County to the west. However, its 6.1 inches of snowfall is very similar to Pittsylvania's 5.8 inches.
Hot summers and mild winter spells
Summer is intense with a July average of 78.1°F and over a month’s worth of 90°F days. Winters are relatively mild, with a January average of 37.2°F and a winter seasonal average of 39.0°F.
Prepare for a long cooling season
With 36 days of extreme heat, ensuring your air conditioning is serviced by May is a priority. Winter gear needs are minimal, as the county only averages about 6 inches of snow per year.
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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.