Climate Comfort Score
67/100
Good
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Galax Radio Wbrf, VA Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Galax Radio Wbrf, Virginia has an average annual temperature of 53°F and a climate comfort score of 67/100 (Good). Annual precipitation totals 45.6", including 16.6" of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
53°F (11°C)
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
42°F
Annual Precip
45.6"
Annual Snow
16.6"
Comfort Score
67/100
Good
Avg Annual Temperature
53°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
45.6"
Plus 16.6" of snow
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Galax Radio Wbrf) 67.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Good for the Galax Radio Wbrf area.
Warming context for Galax Radio Wbrf
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Galax Radio Wbrf captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- 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
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Snow | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 23°F (-5°C) | 33°F (0°C) | 3.7" | 4.6" | 25.9 | 0.0 |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 26°F (-4°C) | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1" | 5.8" | 23.0 | 0.0 |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 32°F (0°C) | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8" | 3.4" | 17.1 | 0.0 |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 39°F (4°C) | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1" | 0.5" | 7.6 | 0.0 |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 49°F (9°C) | 61°F (16°C) | 4.0" | 0.0" | 1.2 | 0.1 |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 57°F (14°C) | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.5 |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 61°F (16°C) | 71°F (22°C) | 4.2" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 1.6 |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 60°F (15°C) | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.9 |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 64°F (18°C) | 4.5" | 0.0" | 0.1 | 0.1 |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0" | 0.0" | 6.4 | 0.0 |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 32°F (0°C) | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3" | 0.4" | 18.1 | 0.0 |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 27°F (-3°C) | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4" | 1.9" | 23.8 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall and snowfall
January 3.7"
Snow: 4.6"
9.7 days with precipitation
February 3.1"
Snow: 5.8"
8.3 days with precipitation
March 3.8"
Snow: 3.4"
8.8 days with precipitation
April 4.1"
Snow: 0.5"
9.8 days with precipitation
May 4.0"
10.6 days with precipitation
June 4.1"
11.4 days with precipitation
July 4.2"
12.5 days with precipitation
August 4.4"
10.9 days with precipitation
September 4.5"
10.0 days with precipitation
October 3.0"
7.9 days with precipitation
November 3.3"
Snow: 0.4"
8.3 days with precipitation
December 3.4"
Snow: 1.9"
8.9 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
October 14
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
April 26
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
5,111
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
582
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
January
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Galax Radio Wbrf, VA
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Galax Radio Wbrf, Virginia as a location with an annual average temperature of 53°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 64°F to a mean daily low of 42°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USC00443267, 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. Galax Radio Wbrf receives roughly 45.6 inches of precipitation each year, with 16.6 inches typically falling as snow. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near April 26 and the first fall freeze near October 14. For energy use, 5,111 heating degree days and 582 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Galax Radio Wbrf scores 67/100 (Good), 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 Galax Radio Wbrf, VA? ▼
The average annual temperature in Galax Radio Wbrf, Virginia is 53°F. The warmest month averages 82°F (28°C) and the coldest averages 23°F (-5°C).
How much rain does Galax Radio Wbrf get? ▼
Galax Radio Wbrf receives 45.6 inches of precipitation annually, including 16.6 inches of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Galax Radio Wbrf? ▼
Galax Radio Wbrf has a climate comfort score of 67/100 (Good). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Galax Radio Wbrf? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Galax Radio Wbrf.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Galax Radio Wbrf? ▼
Galax Radio Wbrf has 5,111 heating degree days and 582 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 Galax Radio Wbrf 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 USC00443267. 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: USC00443267. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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