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Weather & Climate in Parsons, WV
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Parsons experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 290 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 55.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 55.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,647 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,647 ft (502 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,322/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0945°N, 79.6785°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Tucker County County |
| Nearest Airport | Greater Cumberland Regional (CBE) 61 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 12.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 63.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 60.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
20 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Apr 22, 1991 | 14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia | M3.5 | 136 km | 15 km |
| Mar 31, 2013 | West Virginia | M3.4 | 112 km | 8 km |
| Apr 4, 2010 | 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia | M3.4 | 121 km | 0 km |
| Apr 2, 2017 | 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio | M3.0 | 149 km | 4 km |
| Apr 21, 1998 | 1 km NNW of Free Union, Virginia | M2.8 | 141 km | 2 km |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia | M2.8 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Jan 10, 2012 | 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia | M2.8 | 121 km | 0 km |
| Jul 30, 2013 | 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia | M2.8 | 110 km | 13 km |
| Jul 20, 2013 | 6 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia | M2.7 | 107 km | 21 km |
| Apr 29, 2010 | 7 km W of Gassaway, West Virginia | M2.7 | 113 km | 0 km |
| Aug 25, 2011 | 14 km SE of Falling Spring, West Virginia | M2.7 | 139 km | 13 km |
| May 7, 2010 | 14 km WSW of Gassaway, West Virginia | M2.6 | 120 km | 0 km |
| Apr 29, 2010 | 3 km WNW of Gassaway, West Virginia | M2.6 | 108 km | 0 km |
| Aug 16, 2013 | 13 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia | M2.6 | 113 km | 6 km |
| Sep 4, 2011 | 3 km N of Saint Marys, West Virginia | M2.6 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Oct 16, 2000 | West Virginia | M2.5 | 119 km | 17 km |
| Apr 29, 2010 | 5 km NNW of Gassaway, West Virginia | M2.5 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Sep 11, 2024 | 4 km WNW of Claysville, Pennsylvania | M2.5 | 133 km | 4 km |
| Aug 15, 2010 | 19 km ESE of Burnsville, West Virginia | M2.5 | 72 km | 17 km |
| Aug 21, 2010 | 19 km WNW of Helvetia, West Virginia | M2.5 | 71 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
91 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 74 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1998 | EF3 | 89 km | 13.0 mi | 1 |
| Oct 1, 1986 | EF3 | 98 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1980 | EF3 | 52 km | 29.8 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1967 | EF3 | 44 km | 0.3 mi | 1 |
| Aug 25, 2023 | EF2 | 98 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF2 | 79 km | 33.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2002 | EF2 | 99 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 63 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 73 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 2, 1998 | EF2 | 92 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1986 | EF2 | 92 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1981 | EF2 | 75 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1980 | EF2 | 33 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1977 | EF2 | 44 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1971 | EF2 | 76 km | 16.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 22, 1970 | EF2 | 50 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1969 | EF2 | 93 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1967 | EF2 | 43 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 1956 | EF2 | 77 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 2024 | EF1 | 69 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: WAITES RUN (5,496 acres, 2024).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2024 | WAITES RUN | 5,496 | 94 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 5,345 | 80 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 5,149 | 79 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,687 | 82 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 4,022 | 82 km |
| 2011 | VALLEY | 2,514 | 86 km |
| 2024 | RAMSHORN-GUINN RIDGES RX | 2,469 | 80 km |
| 2024 | CAPON | 2,302 | 74 km |
| 2010 | HONE QUARRY | 1,827 | 80 km |
| 2001 | NEW CREEK MTN | 1,689 | 39 km |
| 2024 | DOVE HOLLOW | 1,634 | 70 km |
| 2017 | CHESTNUT RIDGE RX | 1,624 | 83 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 1,572 | 93 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 1,446 | 80 km |
| 2013 | SMOKE HOLE FIRE | 1,436 | 41 km |
| 2019 | DRY HOLLOW | 1,327 | 43 km |
| 2024 | GAULEY RIDGE RX | 1,263 | 80 km |
| 2022 | UNNAMED | 1,098 | 93 km |
| 2000 | BRAKE RUN SHEN. MT. RD. | 1,055 | 63 km |
| 2011 | COFFMAN/CHESTNUT RIDGE | 1,048 | 79 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 3.9 in |
Parsons has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 31°F in February to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (3.4").