The climate in Petersburg, WV (26847) is generally mild and humid throughout the year. Summers are warm and typically last from May to September, with temperatures averaging between 75°F and 85°F. Winters are cold but usually don't reach extreme temperatures, with lows of around 25°F to 35°F and highs near 45°F to 55°F. Rainfall is common throughout the year, with average annual precipitation of around 42 inches. Snowfall is rare but may occur between December and February.
Petersburg (zip 26847), West Virginia gets 36 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Petersburg (zip 26847) averages 25 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 151 sunny days per year in Petersburg (zip 26847). The US average is 205 sunny days.
Petersburg (zip 26847) gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 116 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 86 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 21
Rain: averages 36 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 25 inches of snow a year