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Weather & Climate in Patrick Springs, VA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Patrick Springs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 299 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 52.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 1,252 feet.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.1°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,252 ft (382 m) |
| Area | 15.5 sq mi (40.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 135/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6343°N, 80.1985°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Patrick County County |
| Nearest Airport | Piedmont Triad International (GSO) 40 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 20.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 56.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 11.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively 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.
| Apr 22, 1991 | 14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia | M3.5 | 145 km | 15 km |
| Jun 26, 1995 | 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia | M3.4 | 115 km | 2 km |
| Sep 13, 2017 | 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia | M3.2 | 103 km | 18 km |
| Jun 5, 1998 | 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina | M3.2 | 131 km | 9 km |
| Dec 4, 2001 | 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia | M3.1 | 131 km | 9 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia | M3.0 | 71 km | 13 km |
| Jul 7, 1995 | 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee | M3.0 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Aug 25, 2013 | 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina | M2.9 | 141 km | 9 km |
| Jan 22, 1995 | 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia | M2.9 | 70 km | 9 km |
| Jul 4, 2009 | 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia | M2.8 | 93 km | 0 km |
| Jul 15, 2021 | 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia | M2.8 | 87 km | 20 km |
| May 12, 2017 | 6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia | M2.8 | 92 km | 4 km |
| Jul 6, 2023 | 5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia | M2.7 | 48 km | 0 km |
| Jul 12, 1993 | 5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina | M2.7 | 75 km | 5 km |
| Aug 25, 2011 | 14 km SE of Falling Spring, West Virginia | M2.7 | 143 km | 13 km |
| Aug 18, 2000 | 2 km SSE of Narrows, Virginia | M2.7 | 65 km | 10 km |
| Aug 30, 2010 | 7 km ENE of Mountain City, Tennessee | M2.7 | 137 km | 11 km |
| Jun 10, 2018 | 2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina | M2.7 | 91 km | 2 km |
| Mar 4, 2019 | 13 km E of Meadow Bridge, West Virginia | M2.6 | 141 km | 16 km |
| Mar 28, 2001 | 2 km S of Narrows, Virginia | M2.6 | 93 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
4 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2003 | Isabel | Category 1 | 75 mph | 223 km |
| 1996 | Bertha | Category 2 | 104 mph | 297 km |
| 1996 | Fran | Category 2 | 75 mph | 209 km |
| 1989 | Hugo | Category 1 | - | 230 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
189 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 177 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF3 | 37 km | 8.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2010 | EF3 | 76 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 2008 | EF3 | 75 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1998 | EF3 | 70 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1998 | EF3 | 33 km | 12.0 mi | 2 |
| May 5, 1989 | EF3 | 60 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 1985 | EF3 | 60 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 27, 2024 | EF2 | 66 km | 6.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 23, 2022 | EF2 | 35 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2018 | EF2 | 76 km | 32.8 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2017 | EF2 | 47 km | 16.1 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2017 | EF2 | 78 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF2 | 100 km | 18.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 8, 2011 | EF2 | 71 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 2009 | EF2 | 76 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 2008 | EF2 | 66 km | 3.9 mi | 1 |
| May 8, 2008 | EF2 | 79 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 2005 | EF2 | 86 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 2004 | EF2 | 24 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 2004 | EF2 | 78 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ANGEL (4,129 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | ANGEL | 4,129 | 84 km |
| 2006 | BULL MOUNTAIN | 3,300 | 8 km |
| 2008 | LITTLE CUBA | 3,017 | 94 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,194 | 87 km |
| 1995 | COVE | 1,675 | 85 km |
| 2008 | BLACKHORSE | 1,537 | 96 km |
| 1999 | FORT LEWIS MTN. | 1,525 | 78 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 1,388 | 74 km |
| 1995 | JOHNS | 1,293 | 99 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 1,287 | 93 km |
| 2022 | VAF220152 | 1,173 | 95 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 1,171 | 81 km |
| 2006 | QUARRY | 1,168 | 93 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 1,124 | 86 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 1,107 | 81 km |
| 2021 | GRINDSTONE | 1,106 | 41 km |
| 2008 | TOTIERS FERRY | 1,075 | 76 km |
| 2024 | HUCKLEBERRY KNOB | 950 | 83 km |
| 2002 | BUCK MTN | 905 | 65 km |
| 2012 | SPADE | 884 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 3.5 in |
Patrick Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 37°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (3.4").