Rappahannock County Climate
Rappahannock County, Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
54.2°F
Annual Precip
48.8"
Annual Snowfall
21.0"
Extreme Heat Days
27
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,412
Supports most vegetables & fruits
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Climate Advisory: Rappahannock County
Climate Verdict
Rappahannock County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 54.2°F, moderately wet with 48.8 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 27.1 per year above 90°F, moderate snowfall of 21.0 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 33.7°F. summers are warm — July averages 74.4°F. The 41°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Rappahannock County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Rappahannock County closely matches the Virginia statewide average temperature of 56.2°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Virginia.
Climate Profile
About Rappahannock County Weather
A cooler pocket of the humid South
Rappahannock County's annual average temperature of 54.2°F sits just below the national median. This humid subtropical climate offers a temperate balance compared to more extreme regions of the United States.
Consistently cooler than the Virginia average
The county stays notably cooler than the state average of 55.9°F. Its position in the foothills keeps it more temperate than the tidewater regions to the east.
Damp and snowy compared to neighbors
With 48.8 inches of annual precipitation, Rappahannock is wetter than the state average of 45.7 inches. Its 21 inches of annual snowfall also exceeds many of its surrounding lowland neighbors.
Brisk winters and manageable summer heat
Residents experience about 27 extreme heat days over 90°F annually, concentrated in a July that averages 74.4°F. Winter brings a chillier reality, with January temperatures averaging 33.7°F.
Prepare for snow and humid summers
Homeowners should prioritize sturdy snow removal equipment to handle the 21 inches of yearly snowfall. Reliable HVAC systems are essential to navigate both the 27 heat days and the freezing January nights.
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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.