Athens, WV has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The city experiences four distinct seasons, with average high temperatures in the summer ranging from the mid-80s to the low 90s Fahrenheit (29-33°C). Winters are generally cool and wet, with temperatures usually falling into the 30s and 40s Fahrenheit (0-6°C). Precipitation levels are relatively consistent throughout the year, with rain and thunderstorms being especially common during spring months. Snowfall is generally light, but can occasionally be heavy in winter months.
Athens, West Virginia gets 39 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Athens averages 33 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 157 sunny days per year in Athens. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Athens gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 144 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 80 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 21
Rain: averages 39 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 33 inches of snow a year