Weather & Climate in Franktown, VA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Franktown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 24 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 24 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4776°N, 75.8773°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Northampton County County |
| Nearest Airport | Newport News/Williamsburg International (PHF) 41 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 44.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 96.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 97.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
3 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Aug 3, 1995 | 13 km N of Williamsburg, Virginia | M2.9 | 73 km | 1 km |
| Feb 9, 2023 | 29 km E of Greenbackville, Virginia | M2.6 | 95 km | 11 km |
| Apr 29, 2000 | 3 km N of Glen Allen, Virginia | M2.5 | 145 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
16 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2019 | Dorian | Category 2 | 98 mph | 216 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 1 | - | 291 km |
| 2014 | Arthur | Category 2 | 98 mph | 151 km |
| 2012 | Sandy | Category 1 | 92 mph | 252 km |
| 2011 | Irene | Category 1 | 75 mph | 47 km |
| 2010 | Earl | Category 1 | 86 mph | 269 km |
| 2004 | Alex | Category 2 | 98 mph | 233 km |
| 2003 | Isabel | Category 2 | 104 mph | 183 km |
| 1999 | Irene | Category 2 | 109 mph | 263 km |
| 1999 | Floyd | Category 1 | 81 mph | 78 km |
| 1998 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 158 km |
| 1993 | Emily | Category 3 | 115 mph | 163 km |
| 1991 | Bob | Category 3 | 115 mph | 164 km |
| 1986 | Charley | Category 1 | 81 mph | 59 km |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 2 | 104 mph | 94 km |
| 1981 | Dennis | Category 1 | 75 mph | 287 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
188 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 103 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 30, 2023 | EF3 | 69 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 2011 | EF3 | 82 km | 46.9 mi | 2 |
| Aug 6, 1993 | EF3 | 63 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 14, 1986 | EF3 | 97 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 5, 1979 | EF3 | 73 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 2, 1966 | EF3 | 94 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 2021 | EF2 | 81 km | 4.4 mi | 0 |
| Aug 4, 2020 | EF2 | 81 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 4, 2020 | EF2 | 44 km | 15.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2017 | EF2 | 88 km | 8.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 2011 | EF2 | 42 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 4, 1999 | EF2 | 66 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1993 | EF2 | 81 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1989 | EF2 | 64 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1988 | EF2 | 70 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 31, 1983 | EF2 | 96 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1981 | EF2 | 74 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 5, 1979 | EF2 | 66 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1975 | EF2 | 77 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 2, 1973 | EF2 | 27 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
13 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: GUINEA MARSH (4,173 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | GUINEA MARSH | 4,173 | 100 km |
| 1999 | FB R O C I | 3,525 | 100 km |
| 2005 | ISLAND CREEK | 2,729 | 99 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,156 | 99 km |
| 2004 | ROBBINS FIRE | 1,612 | 99 km |
| 2022 | ELLIOTTS ISLAND | 1,324 | 100 km |
| 2005 | LONG ISLAND/RAGGED ISLAND RXB | 982 | 94 km |
| 2005 | FB-R1 | 963 | 98 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 886 | 97 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 735 | 76 km |
| 2005 | MOSQUITO DITCH | 718 | 100 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 697 | 77 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 602 | 90 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 47°F (9°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in |
Franktown has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 39°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and November the driest (3.1").