Randolph County Climate
Randolph County, West Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
48.5°F
Annual Precip
53.9"
Annual Snowfall
82.3"
Extreme Heat Days
1
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,386
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Randolph County
Climate Verdict
Randolph County has a cool, averaging 48.5°F annually, moderately wet with 53.9 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 1.05 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 82.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 27.4°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 68.0°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
Randolph County is 4.2°F cooler than the West Virginia statewide average of 52.8°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 7.1 inches more precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 15.622987421383652 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Randolph County Weather
A Cold, Wet Mountain Stronghold
Randolph County's 48.5°F average temperature is much lower than the national median. It also ranks as a very wet region, receiving 53.9 inches of annual precipitation.
Exceeding State Rainfall and Snowfall
At 48.5°F, Randolph is several degrees colder than the state average of 52.8°F. It receives nearly 7 inches more rain and much more snow than the average West Virginia county.
Snowier Than Its Southern Neighbor
Randolph averages 82.3 inches of snow, surpassing Pocahontas County's 68.6 inches. It shares the region's lack of extreme heat, recording just one day per year over 90°F.
Harsh Winters and Crisp Summers
The county faces long winters with a January average of 27.4°F and over 80 inches of snow. Summers are exceptionally mild, with a July average of only 68.0°F.
Prepare for Heavy Winter Loads
Homes need high-quality insulation and roof structures capable of handling 82.3 inches of snow. Waterproof gear is essential year-round to manage the high 53.9 inches of annual precipitation.
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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.