The climate in Terra Alta, WV is generally mild and pleasant. The average temperature in the summer is around 75°F (24°C), with occasional spikes up to 85°F (29°C). Winters are cold, with temperatures usually dropping below freezing. There is an average of 40 inches (101.6 cm) of precipitation annually, mostly in the form of rain and snow. The area tends to experience relatively little wind, making it a great place for outdoor activities such as camping and fishing. Terra Alta also experiences three distinct seasons: spring, summer, and fall, each providing its own unique beauty and activities for locals to enjoy.
Terra Alta, West Virginia gets 51 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Terra Alta averages 130 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 153 sunny days per year in Terra Alta. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Terra Alta gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 174 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 78 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 17
Rain: averages 51 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 130 inches of snow a year