Morgantown, WV Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Morgantown
Located in West Virginia, United States, Morgantown experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 83°F (29°C) in July and dip to about 40°F (5°C) in January, with around 52.5 inches (1333 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 83°F (29°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 40°F (5°C)
- Record high: 96°F (36°C) · Record low: -16°F (-26°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: June (14 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (11.2 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
- Snow: about 15 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 83°F (29°C) and overnight lows stay near 66°F (19°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 40°F (5°C) and lows around 25°F (-4°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 96°F (36°C) and dropped as low as -16°F (-26°C).
Rain, sun and snow
June is usually the wettest month. It brings about 5.9 inches (149 mm) of rain over 14 days, while November is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.2 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 15 days in a typical year, mostly from November through April.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 25° | 14 | 3.9 in | 4.6 h/day | 71% |
| February | 46° | 28° | 13 | 4.6 in | 6.0 h/day | 69% |
| March | 54° | 34° | 14 | 4.3 in | 7.2 h/day | 67% |
| April | 63° | 43° | 15 | 4.8 in | 8.5 h/day | 68% |
| May | 72° | 54° | 16 | 5.2 in | 9.9 h/day | 76% |
| June | 79° | 61° | 14 | 5.9 in | 11.2 h/day | 75% |
| July | 83° | 66° | 17 | 4.9 in | 11.2 h/day | 78% |
| August | 82° | 65° | 14 | 4.2 in | 10.7 h/day | 78% |
| September | 77° | 60° | 11 | 3.9 in | 9.5 h/day | 76% |
| October | 66° | 49° | 11 | 4.0 in | 7.6 h/day | 74% |
| November | 54° | 38° | 10 | 2.9 in | 6.4 h/day | 70% |
| December | 46° | 32° | 12 | 3.9 in | 4.6 h/day | 73% |
Morgantown month by month
Morgantown weather in January
January brings highs around 40°F (5°C), lows near 25°F (-4°C), about 14 wet days and roughly 5 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Morgantown.
Morgantown weather in February
February brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 28°F (-2°C), about 13 wet days and roughly 4 snowy days.
Morgantown weather in March
March brings highs around 54°F (12°C), lows near 34°F (1°C), about 14 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Morgantown weather in April
April brings highs around 63°F (17°C), lows near 43°F (6°C), about 15 wet days.
Morgantown weather in May
May brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 16 wet days.
Morgantown weather in June
June brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), about 14 wet days - typically the wettest month and the sunniest month of the year in Morgantown.
Morgantown weather in July
July brings highs around 83°F (29°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), about 17 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Morgantown.
Morgantown weather in August
August brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), about 14 wet days.
Morgantown weather in September
September brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 60°F (15°C), about 11 wet days.
Morgantown weather in October
October brings highs around 66°F (19°C), lows near 49°F (10°C), about 11 wet days.
Morgantown weather in November
November brings highs around 54°F (12°C), lows near 38°F (3°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days - typically the driest month of the year in Morgantown.
Morgantown weather in December
December brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 32°F (0°C), about 12 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Seasons in Morgantown
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Morgantown stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 63°F (17°C) and nights around 44°F (6°C); expect showers on roughly 45 days across the season, plus around 3 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Morgantown is hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 64°F (18°C); expect showers on roughly 45 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Morgantown is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 66°F (19°C) and nights around 49°F (9°C); expect showers on roughly 32 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Morgantown is brisk and cold, with daytime highs averaging 44°F (7°C) and nights around 28°F (-2°C); expect showers on roughly 39 days across the season, plus around 11 snowy days.
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Best time to visit Morgantown
The best time to visit Morgantown is generally August to November and April, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 70°F (21°C).
Pack for Morgantown with a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 66°F (19°C).
Morgantown temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.