Clay County, West Virginia has a humid continental climate with warm and humid summers and cold, dry winters. Average temperatures in summer range from the mid-50s to mid-80s, while winter temperatures range from the low 20s to the mid-30s. The area receives around 40 inches of precipitation annually, making for mild weather year round. In addition, Clay county is prone to severe weather events such as thunderstorms and snow storms, particularly during spring and fall months. Overall, Clay County enjoys moderate climates allowing outdoor activities throughout the year.
Clay County, West Virginia gets 48 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Clay County averages 30 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 174 sunny days per year in Clay County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Clay County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 146 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 84 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 22
Rain: averages 48 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 30 inches of snow a year