West Virginia Weather Forecast
West Virginia weather: 72°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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Climate in West Virginia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38° | 23° | 4,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 29° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 62° | 40° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 70° | 50° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 74° | 56° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 84° | 64° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 87° | 69° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 84° | 65° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 79° | 60° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 49° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 58° | 40° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 33° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit West Virginia
Go in April, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How West Virginia compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against West Virginia.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hocking Hills State Park | 89 mi | 55°F | 34°F cooler | 42 in |
| Grayson Highlands State Park | 119 mi | 46°F | 42°F cooler | 45 in |
| Ohio | 133 mi | 54°F | 35°F cooler | 44 in |
| Shenandoah National Park | 160 mi | 51°F | 38°F cooler | 37 in |
| Pittsburgh | 169 mi | 53°F | 35°F cooler | 49 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is West Virginia?
West Virginia is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 38.3498, -81.6326. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in West Virginia right now?
It is currently 72°F (22°C) with clear. Humidity is 55% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit West Virginia?
April, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in West Virginia, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is West Virginia in?
West Virginia observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:26 PM.
How many people live in West Virginia?
West Virginia has a population of approximately 1.8 million.
What is the nearest airport to West Virginia?
The closest airports are Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 229 mi away and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 250 mi away.
What are the top things to do in West Virginia?
Popular options include New River Gorge National Park, Hocking Hills State Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, Shenandoah National Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park and Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
What places are in West Virginia?
West Virginia covers 1 places in this atlas, including New River Gorge National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 9:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
