Galax city, VA County has a humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid with temperatures generally reaching the mid to upper 90s Fahrenheit, while winters can be cold with temperatures often dipping down into the 30s. Precipitation is fairly even throughout the year, with the spring months having a tendency to receive more rain than other seasons. On average, the area receives about 40 inches of rainfall annually. The city also experiences mild snowfall during winter months, usually ranging from 1-3 inches per season. Due to its location in the Appalachian Mountains, Galax city is known for having some of the most beautiful scenery in all of Virginia.
Galax City County, Virginia gets 43 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Galax City County averages 16 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 189 sunny days per year in Galax City County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Galax City County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 111 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 82 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 21
Rain: averages 43 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 16 inches of snow a year