Nicholas County Climate
Nicholas County, West Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
50.9°F
Annual Precip
52.6"
Annual Snowfall
67.6"
Extreme Heat Days
3
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,842
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
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Climate Advisory: Nicholas County
Climate Verdict
Nicholas County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 50.9°F, moderately wet with 52.6 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 2.75 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 67.6 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 29.7°F. summers are warm — July averages 70.5°F. The 41°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Nicholas County closely matches the West Virginia statewide average temperature of 52.8°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 5.7 inches more precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Nicholas County Weather
Significantly cooler and wetter
Nicholas County is one of the coolest spots in the region, with an annual average of 50.9°F. This is more than 4 degrees cooler than the national median, largely due to its mountain elevation.
West Virginia's rainy mountain peak
The county is much wetter than the state average, receiving 52.6 inches of precipitation annually compared to 47.0 inches. It also stays cooler than the 52.8°F state average by nearly 2 degrees.
A standout for heavy snow
Nicholas County receives a massive 67.6 inches of snow annually, dwarfing neighboring Ohio County's 15.2 inches. It also sees far more rain than drier counties like Monroe or Pendleton.
Harsh winters and mild summers
Summer heat is almost non-existent with only 3 days per year reaching 90°F. However, winter is intense, delivering 67.6 inches of snow and a January average of 29.7°F.
Plan for major winter impact
Serious snow removal equipment and winter tires are essential for the nearly 68 inches of annual snow. Conversely, residents can save on cooling costs as temperatures rarely hit 90°F.
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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.