Roane County Climate
Roane County, West Virginia
Avg Annual Temp
52.3°F
Annual Precip
47.4"
Annual Snowfall
24.2"
Extreme Heat Days
14.6
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Roane County Weather
Temperate Climate with Moderate Rainfall
Roane County averages 52.3°F annually, sitting just below the national median. Its 47.4 inches of annual precipitation is typical for the eastern United States.
Consistent with Statewide Norms
The county's 52.3°F average is nearly identical to the state average of 52.8°F. Rainfall patterns also match the state closely, coming in at 47.4 inches against the 47.0-inch average.
Lower Snowfall Than Eastern Peaks
Roane sees 24.2 inches of snow, which is significantly less than the 47.1 inches recorded in Raleigh County. However, it faces more extreme heat, with 15 days over 90°F compared to Raleigh's one.
Sunny Summers and Brisk Winters
July is warm with an average of 72.5°F, while January dips to a chilly 30.8°F. The county experiences a moderate 15 days of 90°F heat alongside two feet of annual snow.
Equip for Variable Conditions
Standard winter tires and home heating are necessary for the 24.2 inches of snow and sub-freezing January nights. Air conditioning is recommended to manage the 15 days of extreme summer heat.
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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.