Weather & Climate in Greenville, VA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Greenville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. The area receives 21.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,560 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,560 ft (475 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 324/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0035°N, 79.1539°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Augusta County County |
| Nearest Airport | Shenandoah Valley Regional (SHD) 23 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 68.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 52.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 63.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
48 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Aug 23, 2011 | 11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia | M5.8 | 107 km | 6 km |
| Aug 25, 2011 | 8 km SW of Mineral, Virginia | M4.5 | 104 km | 7 km |
| Aug 24, 2011 | 11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia | M4.2 | 106 km | 0 km |
| Mar 15, 1991 | 7 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia | M3.8 | 113 km | 16 km |
| Oct 21, 1998 | 13 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia | M3.8 | 90 km | 13 km |
| May 5, 2003 | Virginia | M3.6 | 113 km | 13 km |
| Apr 22, 1991 | 14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia | M3.5 | 92 km | 15 km |
| Sep 1, 2011 | 7 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia | M3.4 | 107 km | 3 km |
| Aug 24, 2011 | 16 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia | M3.4 | 108 km | 0 km |
| Sep 13, 2017 | 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia | M3.2 | 148 km | 18 km |
| Sep 22, 2001 | 5 km E of Pantops, Virginia | M3.2 | 66 km | 0 km |
| Jan 30, 2012 | 9 km SSE of Louisa, Virginia | M3.1 | 103 km | 3 km |
| Dec 4, 2001 | 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia | M3.1 | 144 km | 9 km |
| May 22, 2014 | 15 km ENE of Cumberland, Virginia | M3.1 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Oct 2, 2010 | 10 km NNW of Ashland, Virginia | M3.0 | 144 km | 19 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia | M3.0 | 112 km | 13 km |
| Mar 26, 2012 | 13 km S of Louisa, Virginia | M3.0 | 103 km | 9 km |
| Oct 12, 2011 | 9 km S of Louisa, Virginia | M3.0 | 103 km | 4 km |
| May 6, 2025 | 8 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia | M3.0 | 85 km | 8 km |
| Apr 21, 1998 | 1 km NNW of Free Union, Virginia | M2.8 | 55 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2003 | Isabel | Category 1 | 75 mph | 194 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
114 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 15 fatalities, 68 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 15, 2018 | EF3 | 76 km | 20.4 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2016 | EF3 | 90 km | 16.9 mi | 1 |
| Jul 25, 1985 | EF3 | 68 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 1976 | EF3 | 80 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1966 | EF3 | 64 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 30, 1959 | EF3 | 71 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Sep 30, 1959 | EF3 | 76 km | 6.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 30, 1959 | EF3 | 47 km | 0.8 mi | 11 |
| May 27, 2022 | EF2 | 72 km | 6.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF2 | 74 km | 33.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 2004 | EF2 | 70 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 2004 | EF2 | 76 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2002 | EF2 | 83 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2002 | EF2 | 86 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 15, 1996 | EF2 | 81 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1990 | EF2 | 19 km | 7.0 mi | 2 |
| Jun 12, 1976 | EF2 | 85 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 17, 1965 | EF2 | 96 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 29, 1963 | EF2 | 12 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 1960 | EF2 | 89 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: PINNACLES (24,792 acres, 2000).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2000 | PINNACLES | 24,792 | 99 km |
| 2012 | RICH HOLE | 15,923 | 46 km |
| 2012 | ALLEGHANY TUNNELS FIRES | 11,055 | 92 km |
| 2023 | MATTS CREEK | 11,028 | 53 km |
| 2016 | MOUNT PLEASANT | 11,001 | 30 km |
| 2016 | ROCKY MTN FIRE 2016 | 9,299 | 55 km |
| 2024 | WATERFALL MOUNTAIN | 9,251 | 90 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 7,791 | 58 km |
| 2012 | BARBOURS CREEK. | 7,244 | 94 km |
| 2014 | ARCHER KNOB RX | 6,093 | 24 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 5,893 | 24 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 5,345 | 51 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 5,149 | 51 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,687 | 52 km |
| 2002 | FULTZ RUN | 4,638 | 77 km |
| 2008 | ST MARYS | 4,373 | 11 km |
| 1999 | SHOP RUN | 4,261 | 37 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 4,219 | 58 km |
| 1986 | BIG RUN | 4,161 | 52 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 4,022 | 52 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 3.0 in |
Greenville has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 30°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.4").