Pulaski County Climate
Pulaski County, Virginia
Avg Annual Temp
52.8°F
Annual Precip
40.0"
Annual Snowfall
15.8"
Extreme Heat Days
5.9
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Pulaski County Weather
Cool mountain air and modest rain
Pulaski County is cooler than the national median, with an annual average temperature of 52.8°F. It is also drier than many of its neighbors, receiving 40.0 inches of annual precipitation.
Among the coolest counties in Virginia
Pulaski’s 52.8°F average temperature is more than three degrees below the state average of 55.9°F. Its 40.0 inches of rain is also well below the 45.7-inch state average.
Low heat risk but significant snow
Pulaski sees only 6 days of extreme heat per year, far fewer than the 45 days in Prince George. However, it handles much more winter weather, with an annual snowfall average of 15.8 inches.
Mild summers and cold, snowy winters
July is pleasant with an average of 72.0°F, while the overall summer average stays a cool 70.3°F. Winters are the main event, with a January average of 33.2°F and nearly 16 inches of annual snow.
Prioritize heating and winter readiness
Homeowners should focus on insulation and heating efficiency to manage the cold winters and 15.8 inches of snow. Extensive cooling systems are less critical here, as extreme heat occurs only about six times a year.
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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.