Climate

Roanoke weather by month

Average highs, lows, rain and snow for every month, from 30 years of weather records.

Average temperatures

Best time to visit: April, September, October, when highs are mild and rain is lightest.

Month	High	Low	Rain	Snow	Wet days
January	47°F	29°F	3.2 in	4.3 in	10
February	51°F	31°F	2.9 in	4.8 in	10
March	59°F	38°F	3.5 in	2.3 in	11
April	70°F	46°F	3.5 in	0.10 in	11
May	77°F	55°F	4.3 in	0.00 in	12
June	84°F	63°F	4.7 in	0.00 in	12
July	88°F	67°F	4.3 in	0.00 in	12
August	87°F	66°F	3.4 in	0.00 in	10
September	80°F	59°F	4.1 in	0.00 in	9
October	70°F	48°F	3.0 in	0.00 in	8
November	59°F	38°F	3.0 in	0.10 in	8
December	50°F	32°F	3.1 in	3.2 in	9

NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, Roanoke Rgnl Ap, Va Us (2.8 mi away, 1,175 ft). Wet days: days with at least 0.01 in of precipitation.

What is the hottest month in Roanoke?

July, with an average high of 88°F and low of 67°F.

What is the coldest month in Roanoke?

January, with an average low of 29°F and high of 47°F.

When does it rain most in Roanoke?

June is the wettest month, averaging 4.7 in of precipitation; the year totals about 43.0 inches.

Does it snow in Roanoke?

Yes. Snowfall averages about 15 inches a year, mostly in February and January.

What is the best time to visit Roanoke?

For mild weather (highs between 65°F and 85°F) with the least rain, April, September, October.

Where do these numbers come from?

NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals for the Roanoke Rgnl Ap weather station, 2.8 miles from downtown: 30-year averages, not a forecast.