Weather & Climate in Parkersburg, WV
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Parkersburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. The area receives 11.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. 78% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 621 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 621 ft (189 m) |
| Area | 11.8 sq mi (30.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,501/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2613°N, 81.5434°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Wood County County |
| Nearest Airport | Mid-Ohio Valley Regional (PKB) 8 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 78.2% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 79.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 58.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 88.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
42 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 | 60 km | 8 km |
| May 24, 2017 | 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio | M3.4 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Apr 4, 2010 | 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia | M3.4 | 92 km | 0 km |
| Jun 3, 2017 | 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio | M3.4 | 76 km | 2 km |
| Apr 24, 2009 | 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio | M3.4 | 77 km | 8 km |
| Mar 31, 2013 | West Virginia | M3.4 | 92 km | 8 km |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio | M3.1 | 97 km | 26 km |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio | M3.1 | 28 km | 5 km |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio | M3.1 | 71 km | 5 km |
| Apr 24, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M3.1 | 68 km | 6 km |
| Apr 2, 2017 | 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio | M3.0 | 52 km | 4 km |
| Jun 28, 1991 | 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia | M3.0 | 116 km | 7 km |
| Apr 25, 2020 | 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky | M2.9 | 135 km | 27 km |
| May 9, 2025 | 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio | M2.9 | 68 km | 5 km |
| May 6, 2002 | 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio | M2.8 | 46 km | 5 km |
| Apr 29, 2025 | 1 km SE of Pleasant City, Ohio | M2.8 | 70 km | 2 km |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio | M2.8 | 19 km | 10 km |
| Jul 30, 2013 | 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia | M2.8 | 72 km | 13 km |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia | M2.8 | 28 km | 5 km |
| Jan 10, 2012 | 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia | M2.8 | 96 km | 0 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: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 75 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Sep 16, 2010 | EF3 | 24 km | 9.1 mi | 1 |
| Oct 1, 1986 | EF3 | 66 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 2024 | EF2 | 95 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 2024 | EF2 | 71 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 16, 2010 | EF2 | 63 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 16, 2010 | EF2 | 92 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 2003 | EF2 | 9 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 2002 | EF2 | 82 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2000 | EF2 | 93 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1998 | EF2 | 62 km | 0.3 mi | 1 |
| Jan 8, 1998 | EF2 | 12 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 10, 1986 | EF2 | 83 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Jul 28, 1981 | EF2 | 27 km | 6.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1981 | EF2 | 96 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1981 | EF2 | 94 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1978 | EF2 | 90 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 14, 1973 | EF2 | 91 km | 12.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 1971 | EF2 | 33 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1971 | EF2 | 98 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 25, 1968 | EF2 | 81 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
4 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 37-38 (1,050 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 37-38 | 1,050 | 57 km |
| 2021 | LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 1-12 | 1,037 | 60 km |
| 2022 | LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 11-19 | 936 | 61 km |
| 2022 | LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 24 | 709 | 55 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.4 in |
Parkersburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 32°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.9") and November the driest (2.8").