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Charlottesville (VA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Charlottesville can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Charlottesville. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -3°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Charlottesville has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1190 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Charlottesville experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 124 mm in May, the wettest month, and 66 mm in February, the driest month.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Charlottesville (VA)

Mon   Dec 23
3°C | -9°C
S 2 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
9°C | -3°C
S 2 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Wed   Dec 25
5°C | 0°C
NE 2 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

The best time of year to visit Charlottesville in the United States of America

During the months of April, May and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Charlottesville?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Charlottesville?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Charlottesville?
    May tops the wettest month list with 124 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Charlottesville?
    February is the driest month with 66 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.