Weather & Climate in Jacksonburg, WV
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Jacksonburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 27.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 971 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 971 ft (296 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5359°N, 80.6387°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Wetzel County County |
| Nearest Airport | Mid-Ohio Valley Regional (PKB) 45 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 56.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 63.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 66.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
29 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Nov 20, 2013 | 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio | M3.5 | 135 km | 8 km |
| Mar 31, 2013 | West Virginia | M3.4 | 101 km | 8 km |
| Apr 4, 2010 | 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia | M3.4 | 107 km | 0 km |
| Jun 3, 2017 | 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio | M3.4 | 70 km | 2 km |
| Apr 24, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M3.1 | 86 km | 6 km |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio | M3.1 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio | M3.1 | 71 km | 5 km |
| Apr 2, 2017 | 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio | M3.0 | 54 km | 4 km |
| May 9, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M2.9 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Jan 10, 2012 | 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia | M2.8 | 110 km | 0 km |
| Jul 30, 2013 | 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia | M2.8 | 81 km | 13 km |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia | M2.8 | 56 km | 5 km |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio | M2.8 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 2025 | 1 km SE of Pleasant City, Ohio | M2.8 | 86 km | 2 km |
| May 6, 2002 | 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio | M2.8 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jul 20, 2013 | 6 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia | M2.7 | 74 km | 21 km |
| Apr 29, 2010 | 7 km W of Gassaway, West Virginia | M2.7 | 99 km | 0 km |
| Sep 4, 2011 | 3 km N of Saint Marys, West Virginia | M2.6 | 50 km | 5 km |
| Jun 6, 2014 | 13 km NNE of Sissonville, West Virginia | M2.6 | 129 km | 30 km |
| May 7, 2010 | 14 km WSW of Gassaway, West Virginia | M2.6 | 107 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
129 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 75 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Oct 1, 1986 | EF3 | 29 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF3 | 63 km | 29.8 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1969 | EF3 | 98 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| May 11, 2024 | EF2 | 95 km | 5.8 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2024 | EF2 | 53 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 1, 2022 | EF2 | 55 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Oct 21, 2021 | EF2 | 78 km | 15.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2021 | EF2 | 79 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 2003 | EF2 | 93 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| May 23, 2000 | EF2 | 98 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1998 | EF2 | 70 km | 0.3 mi | 1 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 88 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 8, 1998 | EF2 | 76 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1990 | EF2 | 77 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1986 | EF2 | 87 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 28, 1981 | EF2 | 58 km | 6.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1981 | EF2 | 25 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1977 | EF2 | 94 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 1971 | EF2 | 87 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1971 | EF2 | 91 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-0°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 4.2 in |
Jacksonburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 29°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.6") and October the driest (3.4").