The best times to visit Locust Dale for ideal weather are

April 16th to June 17th

or

August 13th to October 14th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Locust Dale Travel Info

Weather in Locust Dale

Temperature

Average temperatures in Locust Dale vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 52nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Locust Dale, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 90.5°F (32.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 67.7°F (19.8°C) at night.

Locust Dale Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Locust Dale Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Locust Dale Perceived Temperature (F)

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Locust Dale Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Locust Dale Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 45.6 34.8 25.6
Feb 47.7 36.3 26.2
Mar 59.5 46.7 35.9
Apr 70.4 56.9 45
May 78.3 66 54.9
Jun 85.8 74.2 63.6
Jul 89 77.4 66.9
Aug 86.3 74.5 64.7
Sep 80.9 68.7 58.3
Oct 70.5 57.7 47
Nov 58.6 46.1 35.9
Dec 50 39.6 30.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.6 1.6 -3.6
Feb 8.7 2.4 -3.2
Mar 15.3 8.2 2.2
Apr 21.3 13.8 7.2
May 25.7 18.9 12.7
Jun 29.9 23.4 17.6
Jul 31.7 25.2 19.4
Aug 30.2 23.6 18.2
Sep 27.2 20.4 14.6
Oct 21.4 14.3 8.3
Nov 14.8 7.8 2.2
Dec 10 4.2 -0.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Locust Dale are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid September with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of September 10th.

When can you find snow in Locust Dale? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Locust Dale.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Locust Dale (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 3% 0 0.2
Jun 7% 0 0.9
Jul 5% 0 0.9
Aug 3% 0 0.6
Sep 5% 0 0.9
Oct 3% 0 0.7
Nov 5% 0 0.3
Dec 5% 0 0.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 3 0 0.5
Jun 7 0 2.3
Jul 5 0 2.3
Aug 3 0 1.5
Sep 5 0 2.3
Oct 3 0 1.8
Nov 5 0 0.8
Dec 5 0 1.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Locust Dale has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is March (48.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (69.4%).

Wind in Locust Dale is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and February. March’s average wind speed of around 4.3 knots (4.9 MPH or 8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 12.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Locust Dale.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.4 Barely noticeable 10.5 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.9 Barely noticeable 11.9 Significant breeze
Mar 4.3 Light breeze 12 Gentle breeze
Apr 4 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
May 2.9 Barely noticeable 9.8 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.4 Barely noticeable 9.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 2.1 Barely noticeable 8.8 Gentle breeze
Aug 2 Barely noticeable 8.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 2.2 Barely noticeable 8.3 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.8 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.1 Barely noticeable 9.8 Gentle breeze
Dec 3 Barely noticeable 9.6 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 54.8%
Feb 48.9%
Mar 48.8%
Apr 50.1%
May 62.7%
Jun 66.3%
Jul 66.6%
Aug 69.4%
Sep 69.4%
Oct 67.3%
Nov 60.1%
Dec 66%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Locust Dale?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Locust Dale, VA, US is July, followed by June and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Locust Dale in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 56.1 in October means 56.1% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Locust Dale Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 84.6°F (29.2°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 1 to 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Locust Dale, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 85.8°F (29.9°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: approximately 1 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Locust Dale to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 42.8°F (6°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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