Climate Comfort Score
67/100
Good
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Suffolk Lake Kilby, VA Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Suffolk Lake Kilby, Virginia has an average annual temperature of 59°F and a climate comfort score of 67/100 (Good). Annual precipitation totals 51.8", including 5.8" of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
59°F (15°C)
Avg High
69°F
Avg Low
50°F
Annual Precip
51.8"
Annual Snow
5.8"
Comfort Score
67/100
Good
Avg Annual Temperature
59°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
51.8"
Plus 5.8" of snow
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Suffolk Lake Kilby) 67.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Good for the Suffolk Lake Kilby area.
Warming context for Suffolk Lake Kilby
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Suffolk Lake Kilby 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 | 49°F (10°C) | 31°F (0°C) | 40°F (5°C) | 3.7" | 3.1" | 17.2 | 0.0 |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 33°F (0°C) | 43°F (6°C) | 3.0" | 1.5" | 13.7 | 0.0 |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 39°F (4°C) | 49°F (10°C) | 4.1" | 0.3" | 7.3 | 0.0 |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 48°F (9°C) | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6" | 0.0" | 0.4 | 0.2 |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 57°F (14°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 4.0" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.9 |
| June | 83°F (29°C) | 65°F (18°C) | 74°F (23°C) | 4.7" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 5.4 |
| July | 87°F (30°C) | 70°F (21°C) | 78°F (26°C) | 5.7" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 11.7 |
| August | 85°F (30°C) | 69°F (20°C) | 77°F (25°C) | 5.8" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 7.0 |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 71°F (22°C) | 5.8" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 1.8 |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 52°F (11°C) | 61°F (16°C) | 4.3" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.2 |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 51°F (10°C) | 3.6" | 0.0" | 4.6 | 0.0 |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 35°F (2°C) | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7" | 0.9" | 13.0 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall and snowfall
January 3.7"
Snow: 3.1"
10.7 days with precipitation
February 3.0"
Snow: 1.5"
9.5 days with precipitation
March 4.1"
Snow: 0.3"
11.2 days with precipitation
April 3.6"
10.3 days with precipitation
May 4.0"
11.1 days with precipitation
June 4.7"
11.2 days with precipitation
July 5.7"
11.6 days with precipitation
August 5.8"
10.9 days with precipitation
September 5.8"
9.5 days with precipitation
October 4.3"
8.2 days with precipitation
November 3.6"
9.1 days with precipitation
December 3.7"
Snow: 0.9"
10.4 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
November 15
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
March 27
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
3,465
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
1,462
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
January
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Suffolk Lake Kilby, VA
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Suffolk Lake Kilby, Virginia as a location with an annual average temperature of 59°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 69°F to a mean daily low of 50°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USC00448192, 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. Suffolk Lake Kilby receives roughly 51.8 inches of precipitation each year, with 5.8 inches typically falling as snow. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near March 27 and the first fall freeze near November 15. For energy use, 3,465 heating degree days and 1,462 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Suffolk Lake Kilby 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 Suffolk Lake Kilby, VA? ▼
The average annual temperature in Suffolk Lake Kilby, Virginia is 59°F. The warmest month averages 87°F (30°C) and the coldest averages 31°F (0°C).
How much rain does Suffolk Lake Kilby get? ▼
Suffolk Lake Kilby receives 51.8 inches of precipitation annually, including 5.8 inches of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Suffolk Lake Kilby? ▼
Suffolk Lake Kilby 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 Suffolk Lake Kilby? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Suffolk Lake Kilby.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Suffolk Lake Kilby? ▼
Suffolk Lake Kilby has 3,465 heating degree days and 1,462 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 Suffolk Lake Kilby 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 USC00448192. 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: USC00448192. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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