New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

Weather History, Monthly Averages & Best Time to Visit

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Best Time to Visit

RecommendedMarch - May, September - November

Spring wildflowers and fall foliage are peak attractions.

AvoidSummer (hot and humid) and peak holiday weekends

Tip: The Smokies can be visited year-round, but expect crowds during leaf season.

Monthly Climate Averages

Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Beckley, WV, based on 55+ years of weather data.

Warmest MonthJulyAvg High: 80°F / Low: 60°F
Coldest MonthJanuaryAvg High: 39°F / Low: 21°F
Jan
39°/ 21°
💧 5.2"
❄️ 1.8"
Feb
44°/ 24°
💧 5.9"
❄️ 1.9"
Mar
53°/ 31°
💧 6.2"
❄️ 1.6"
Apr
64°/ 40°
💧 6.9"
❄️ 1.1"
May
71°/ 49°
💧 8.0"
❄️ 1.3"
Jun
77°/ 56°
💧 7.9"
Jul
80°/ 60°
💧 9.8"
Aug
79°/ 59°
💧 8.3"
Sep
73°/ 53°
💧 8.7"
Oct
63°/ 42°
💧 7.2"
❄️ 2.5"
Nov
53°/ 33°
💧 6.2"
❄️ 1.1"
Dec
44°/ 26°
💧 5.7"
❄️ 1.7"

Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.

Data from Beckley, WV. Expect ~4°F cooler at elevation.

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