Marshall County Climate
Marshall County, West Virginia
Avg Annual Temp
52.4°F
Annual Precip
46.1"
Annual Snowfall
15.8"
Extreme Heat Days
21.8
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Marshall County Weather
Brisk Average Temperatures in the Panhandle
Marshall County maintains an annual average of 52.4°F, which is slightly cooler than the national median. It receives 46.1 inches of annual precipitation, typical for the Ohio River Valley.
Aligning With State Temperature Norms
The county temperature of 52.4°F is nearly identical to the West Virginia state average of 52.8°F. It is slightly drier than the rest of the state, falling 0.9 inches below the state average rainfall.
Warmer Summers Than Its Southern Neighbors
Despite its northern location, Marshall sees 22 days of 90-degree heat, nearly double the 13 days recorded in Marion. This creates a more volatile summer temperature profile compared to nearby counties.
Standard Winters and Warm July Peaks
Winters feature 15.8 inches of snowfall and an average low of 29.5°F in January. July temperatures peak at 73.8°F, contributing to a total of 22 extreme heat days each year.
Winter Preparedness and Summer Cooling
Residents should keep snow removal tools ready for the 15.8 inches of annual snow. Balanced HVAC systems are necessary to bridge the gap between sub-freezing January nights and 90-degree summer peaks.
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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.