Winchester, VA is located in the Mid-Atlantic region and experiences four distinct seasons. Summers are usually hot and humid with temperatures typically ranging from the mid 70s to the mid 90s. Winters are chilly and wet with temperatures ranging from the low 20s to the upper 40s. The area receives an average of 44 inches of precipitation each year, mostly falling as rain in spring and early summer months. Spring brings a mix of mild days and cooler nights while autumn brings clear skies and cool evenings. Overall, Winchester has a moderate climate that provides residents with many opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities year round.
Winchester, Virginia gets 38 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Winchester averages 22 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 196 sunny days per year in Winchester. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Winchester gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 118 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 86 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 21
Rain: averages 38 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 22 inches of snow a year