Roanoke city Climate
Roanoke city, Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
58.1°F
Annual Precip
42.8"
Annual Snowfall
14.8"
Extreme Heat Days
30
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
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Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,276
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Roanoke city
Climate Verdict
Roanoke city has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 58.1°F, moderately wet with 42.8 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 30.4 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 14.8 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 37.9°F. summers are warm — July averages 77.8°F. The 40°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
Roanoke city closely matches the Virginia statewide average temperature of 56.2°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Virginia.
Climate Profile
About Roanoke city Weather
An urban island of warm air
Roanoke city averages 58.1°F annually, placing it above the national median for temperature. This urban environment retains more heat than the surrounding rural mountain landscapes.
Warmer than the typical Virginia county
The city's average temperature sits more than two degrees higher than the state average of 55.9°F. It ranks as a warmer-than-average hub within the Commonwealth.
Warmer and drier than surrounding counties
At 58.1°F, the city is notably warmer than the 55.5°F average in neighboring Roanoke County. It also receives slightly less precipitation than the state average, recording 42.8 inches annually.
Hot urban summers and moderate snow
The city faces 30 days of extreme heat over 90°F annually, with July temperatures averaging 77.8°F. Winter brings a manageable 14.8 inches of snow and a January average of 37.9°F.
Manage urban heat and winter frost
Urban residents should ensure their homes are insulated against the 30 annual days of 90°F heat. While snow is moderate at 14.8 inches, basic winterization for the 37.9°F January lows is recommended.
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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.