Lincoln County Climate
Lincoln County, West Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
55.7°F
Annual Precip
47.1"
Annual Snowfall
20.8"
Extreme Heat Days
40
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,907
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
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Climate Advisory: Lincoln County
Climate Verdict
Lincoln County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 55.7°F, moderately wet with 47.1 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 39.7 per year above 90°F, moderate snowfall of 20.8 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 33.8°F. summers are warm — July averages 76.1°F. The 42°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
Lincoln County closely matches the West Virginia statewide average temperature of 52.8°F, the county experiences 23.02701257861635 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Lincoln County Weather
Mild Annual Temperatures and High Humidity
Lincoln County is warmer than the national median, maintaining an average annual temperature of 55.7°F. The local climate is characterized by 47.1 inches of precipitation, typical for the humid eastern United States.
One of West Virginia's Warmer Regions
Ranking nearly 3 degrees above the state average of 52.8°F, Lincoln is a warm spot in the Mountain State. Its precipitation matches the state average of 47.0 inches almost exactly.
A Heat Leader in the Region
Lincoln experiences 40 days of extreme heat per year, nearly double the count seen in Lewis County to the northeast. This makes it one of the more heat-prone areas in its immediate geographic cluster.
Sweltering Summers and Manageable Winters
The county sees 40 days of 90°F weather annually, with July averages climbing to 76.1°F. Winters are relatively mild for West Virginia, averaging 36.2°F and only 20.8 inches of snowfall.
Prioritize Cooling and Light Winter Gear
Efficient air conditioning is a necessity here to manage the frequent 90-degree summer days. Winter preparation is less intensive than in the mountains, as temperatures remain above freezing on average.
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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.