Preston County Climate
Preston County, West Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
49.6°F
Annual Precip
53.3"
Annual Snowfall
114.0"
Extreme Heat Days
3
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,637
Supports most vegetables & fruits
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Climate Advisory: Preston County
Climate Verdict
Preston County has a cool, averaging 49.6°F annually, moderately wet with 53.3 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 2.7 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 114.0 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 27.6°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 69.6°F. The 42°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
Preston County is 3.2°F cooler than the West Virginia statewide average of 52.8°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 6.5 inches more precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Preston County Weather
A Wet and Wintry National Outlier
Preston County's 49.6°F average temperature is cooler than the national median. Its high annual precipitation of 53.3 inches puts it among the wetter regions in the United States.
Exceeding the State Snowfall Average
While the state average temperature is 52.8°F, Preston sits lower at 49.6°F. It is famously more rugged than its neighbors, recording significantly higher precipitation and snow than the state average.
The Snow King of the Region
Preston dwarfs neighboring counties with a massive 114.0 inches of annual snowfall. It also experiences more precipitation than Pocahontas, receiving 53.3 inches compared to 49.0 inches.
Intense Snow and Short Summers
Winter is the defining season here, with average temperatures bottoming out at 27.6°F in January. Extreme heat is rare, as the county typically sees only three days a year at or above 90°F.
Invest in Heavy Snow Gear
Four-wheel drive and professional-grade snow blowers are necessary for navigating 114 inches of snow. Residents should also ensure home drainage systems can handle the heavy 53.3 inches of annual rainfall.
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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.