Clifton Forge, VA is located in the Appalachian Mountains and has a humid continental climate characterized by hot, humid summers and cold winters with moderate to heavy snowfall. During the summer months, temperatures average in the mid-70s during the day and can reach up to 90°F on hot days. In the winter months temperatures can drop below 0°F and snowfall accumulations have been known to exceed two feet. Clifton Forge experiences all four seasons throughout the year with mild springs and autumns between them.
Clifton Forge, Virginia gets 38 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Clifton Forge averages 12 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 212 sunny days per year in Clifton Forge. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Clifton Forge gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 106 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 88 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 23
Rain: averages 38 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 12 inches of snow a year