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Weather & Climate in Lavalette, WV
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lavalette enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 567 feet.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 567 ft (173 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 305/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3224°N, 82.4479°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Wayne County County |
| Nearest Airport | Greater Portsmouth Regional (PMH) 42 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 79.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 75.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 25.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
45 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Nov 10, 2012 | 6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky | M4.2 | 142 km | 17 km |
| Feb 19, 1995 | 8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio | M3.6 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Nov 20, 2013 | 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio | M3.5 | 127 km | 8 km |
| Mar 31, 2013 | West Virginia | M3.4 | 145 km | 8 km |
| Apr 24, 2009 | 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio | M3.4 | 66 km | 8 km |
| Apr 4, 2010 | 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia | M3.4 | 137 km | 0 km |
| May 24, 2017 | 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio | M3.4 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Sep 8, 1990 | 5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky | M3.3 | 116 km | 0 km |
| Nov 8, 1990 | 5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky | M3.2 | 144 km | 0 km |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio | M3.1 | 68 km | 26 km |
| Jun 28, 1991 | 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia | M3.0 | 98 km | 7 km |
| Apr 25, 2020 | 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky | M2.9 | 60 km | 27 km |
| Mar 17, 1999 | 2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio | M2.8 | 130 km | 0 km |
| Jul 30, 2013 | 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia | M2.8 | 146 km | 13 km |
| May 6, 2002 | 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio | M2.8 | 85 km | 5 km |
| Feb 15, 2005 | 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia | M2.8 | 134 km | 11 km |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio | M2.8 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jan 10, 2012 | 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia | M2.8 | 138 km | 0 km |
| Jul 20, 2013 | 6 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia | M2.7 | 150 km | 21 km |
| Feb 8, 2005 | 15 km E of Vansant, Virginia | M2.7 | 131 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
123 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 7 fatalities, 129 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 23, 1968 | EF5 | 52 km | 34.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 23, 1968 | EF3 | 62 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1965 | EF3 | 18 km | 6.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1965 | EF3 | 77 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 2024 | EF2 | 89 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 2024 | EF2 | 28 km | 1.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 2024 | EF2 | 57 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 2016 | EF2 | 29 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Feb 29, 2012 | EF2 | 95 km | 6.3 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 2002 | EF2 | 62 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2000 | EF2 | 48 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 1995 | EF2 | 95 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1982 | EF2 | 82 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 1980 | EF2 | 66 km | 29.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 1972 | EF2 | 71 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1968 | EF2 | 66 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 1967 | EF2 | 85 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 1956 | EF2 | 88 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 2024 | EF1 | 81 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 2024 | EF1 | 37 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY (61,231 acres, 1987).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1987 | BRUSHY | 61,231 | 53 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 41,794 | 83 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 38,312 | 61 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 32,565 | 97 km |
| 1991 | KAYFORD MOUNTAIN | 31,509 | 100 km |
| 1991 | JENNINGS CREEK | 29,308 | 50 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 27,317 | 66 km |
| 1991 | WHITE OAK BRANCH | 25,550 | 67 km |
| 1987 | ELLIS CREEK | 24,070 | 98 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 21,562 | 53 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 20,994 | 73 km |
| 1991 | TUG RIVER | 20,813 | 80 km |
| 1991 | BROWNS BRANCH | 17,324 | 87 km |
| 1991 | HUFF CREEK | 15,190 | 90 km |
| 1987 | RUCKERS BRANCH | 14,744 | 67 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 14,554 | 46 km |
| 1991 | ROLLINS BRANCH | 14,435 | 96 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 14,264 | 70 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 13,124 | 87 km |
| 1991 | ROCK HOUSE BRANCH | 13,056 | 61 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.6 in |
Lavalette has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 36°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and October the driest (3.0").