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Prince William County Climate

Prince William County, Virginia

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate Normals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec55.5°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

55.5°F

Annual Precip

Annual Snowfall

Extreme Heat Days

41

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Growing Season & Gardening

USDA Hardiness Zone

7a

Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring43°64°0.0"Summer73°78°0.0"Fall46°68°0.0"Winter33°38°0.0"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 54% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 59% of US counties

7-Day Outlook

Forecast

Current Conditions

Air Quality

Safety

Weather Alerts

Climate Advisory: Prince William County

Climate Verdict

Prince William County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 55.5°F, occasional hot days — 40.5 per year above 90°F. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.

Seasonal Breakdown

Winters are cold, with January averaging 33.3°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.1°F. The 45°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 William County closely matches the Virginia statewide average temperature of 56.2°F.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Prince William County?
The average annual temperature in Prince William County, VA is 55.5°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How hot does Prince William County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Prince William County is 75.8°F. The county experiences an average of 41 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Prince William County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Prince William County is 35.5°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 33.3°F.

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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.

By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
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