Monroe County Climate
Monroe County, West Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
52.8°F
Annual Precip
39.7"
Annual Snowfall
18.1"
Extreme Heat Days
13
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,201
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Monroe County
Climate Verdict
Monroe County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 52.8°F, moderate rainfall of 39.7 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 12.75 days above 90°F annually, light snow averaging 18.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 31.8°F. summers are warm — July averages 72.8°F. The 41°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Monroe County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Monroe County closely matches the West Virginia statewide average temperature of 52.8°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 7.1 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Monroe County Weather
Cooler Appalachian temperatures
Monroe County averages 52.8°F annually, falling about 2 degrees below the national median. This translates to comfortable summers and crisp, traditional autumns.
Perfectly typical for West Virginia
Monroe's average temperature of 52.8°F is exactly the same as the West Virginia state average. However, the county is notably drier, receiving only 39.7 inches of rain compared to the 47.0-inch state mark.
Drier than central mountain neighbors
Compared to Nicholas County's 52.6 inches of precipitation, Monroe is quite dry at just 39.7 inches. It also experiences fewer heat spikes than Mineral County, which sees three times as many 90°F days.
Gentle summers and brisk winters
Extreme heat is rare here, with only 13 days a year reaching 90°F. Winter is distinct but manageable, featuring 18.1 inches of snow and a January average of 31.8°F.
Prepare for a dry climate
Gardeners should account for the lower-than-average precipitation of 39.7 inches when planning landscapes. With only 13 days of extreme heat, moderate cooling solutions are usually sufficient for summer comfort.
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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.