The climate in the Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA Metro Area is generally mild. The area experiences hot, humid summers and cold but mild winters. Spring and fall are typically very pleasant, with temperatures ranging between the high 40s and mid 70s. Precipitation is fairly consistent throughout the year, with an average of about 45 inches annually. Snowfall also occurs during winter months, usually amounting to around 15 inches per season. Overall, this area has a temperate climate that makes it an ideal location for outdoor activities all year round.
Blacksburg-Christiansburg Metro Area, Virginia gets 41 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Blacksburg-Christiansburg Metro Area averages 21 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 205 sunny days per year in Blacksburg-Christiansburg Metro Area. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Blacksburg-Christiansburg Metro Area gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 119 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 83 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 22
Rain: averages 41 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 21 inches of snow a year