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Beckley Raleigh CO, WV Climate

Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →

30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).

Beckley Raleigh CO, West Virginia has an average annual temperature of 53°F and a climate comfort score of 57/100 (Moderate). Annual precipitation totals 43.5", including 55.9" of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).

Avg Temperature

53°F (12°C)

Avg High

62°F

Avg Low

43°F

Annual Precip

43.5"

Annual Snow

55.9"

Comfort Score

57/100

Moderate

Climate Comfort Score

57/100

Moderate

Avg Annual Temperature

53°F

30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)

Annual Precipitation

43.5"

Plus 55.9" of snow

Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Beckley Raleigh CO) 57.0%
National median (≈55)

PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Moderate for the Beckley Raleigh CO area.

Warming context for Beckley Raleigh CO

Methodology

How the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Beckley Raleigh CO captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.

Warming context — U.S. vs global, with Paris reference lines Anomaly chart from 1900 to 2024. Local series shows warming of 0.11 °C per decade versus a global rate of 0.11 °C per decade (ratio 1.00). Paris Agreement thresholds at 1.5 and 2.0 °C are dashed. -1.0°C -0.5°C +0.0°C +0.5°C +1.0°C +1.5°C +2.0°C +2.5°C Paris 1.5°C Paris 2.0°C 1900192019401960198020002020
  • United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
  • Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
  • Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Sources: NOAA NCEI, NASA GISTEMP. Paris thresholds per IPCC AR6 WG1.

Monthly Temperatures

Average daily high and low temperatures by month

Month Avg High Avg Low Mean
January 41°F (5°C) 24°F (-4°C) 32°F (0°C)
February 44°F (7°C) 27°F (-3°C) 35°F (2°C)
March 53°F (11°C) 33°F (1°C) 43°F (6°C)
April 64°F (18°C) 43°F (6°C) 54°F (12°C)
May 72°F (22°C) 51°F (11°C) 61°F (16°C)
June 78°F (25°C) 59°F (15°C) 68°F (20°C)
July 81°F (27°C) 62°F (17°C) 72°F (22°C)
August 80°F (27°C) 61°F (16°C) 71°F (21°C)
September 74°F (24°C) 55°F (13°C) 65°F (18°C)
October 64°F (18°C) 44°F (7°C) 54°F (12°C)
November 53°F (12°C) 35°F (2°C) 44°F (7°C)
December 44°F (7°C) 28°F (-2°C) 36°F (2°C)

Monthly Precipitation

Average monthly rainfall and snowfall

January 3.1"

Snow: 15.5"

15.0 days with precipitation

February 3.1"

Snow: 15.2"

14.4 days with precipitation

March 4.0"

Snow: 8.9"

16.2 days with precipitation

April 3.6"

Snow: 1.5"

14.1 days with precipitation

May 4.7"

15.0 days with precipitation

June 4.3"

13.7 days with precipitation

July 5.0"

13.5 days with precipitation

August 3.7"

11.5 days with precipitation

September 3.2"

10.0 days with precipitation

October 2.7"

Snow: 1.4"

10.7 days with precipitation

November 2.8"

Snow: 2.3"

11.8 days with precipitation

December 3.3"

Snow: 11.1"

14.6 days with precipitation

Frost Dates & Growing Season

First Fall Freeze

October 21

50% probability date

Last Spring Freeze

April 22

50% probability date

Heating & Cooling Degree Days

Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling

Heating Degree Days

5,060

Higher = more heating needed

Cooling Degree Days

665

Higher = more cooling needed

Warmest Month

July

Coldest Month

January

Humidity & Wind

Monthly averages from hourly observations

Month Humidity Wind (mph)
January 67% 8.1
February 65% 8.4
March 60% 8.3
April 62% 7.6
May 73% 6.0
June 75% 5.4
July 78% 4.9
August 76% 5.1
September 75% 6.0
October 66% 6.7
November 67% 7.6
December 71% 8.0

Related Data

Climate Guides

Climate Insight: Beckley Raleigh CO, WV

The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Beckley Raleigh CO, West Virginia as a location with an annual average temperature of 53°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 62°F to a mean daily low of 43°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USW00003872, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.

Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Beckley Raleigh CO receives roughly 43.5 inches of precipitation each year, with 55.9 inches typically falling as snow. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near April 22 and the first fall freeze near October 21. For energy use, 5,060 heating degree days and 665 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.

On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Beckley Raleigh CO scores 57/100 (Moderate), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for July-driven heat, or deep winter for January-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Beckley Raleigh CO, WV?
The average annual temperature in Beckley Raleigh CO, West Virginia is 53°F. The warmest month averages 81°F (27°C) and the coldest averages 24°F (-4°C).
How much rain does Beckley Raleigh CO get?
Beckley Raleigh CO receives 43.5 inches of precipitation annually, including 55.9 inches of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Beckley Raleigh CO?
Beckley Raleigh CO has a climate comfort score of 57/100 (Moderate). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Beckley Raleigh CO?
Growing season data is not available for Beckley Raleigh CO.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Beckley Raleigh CO?
Beckley Raleigh CO has 5,060 heating degree days and 665 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Beckley Raleigh CO climate data come from?
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USW00003872. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.

Data Sources

Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USW00003872. For informational purposes only.

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