The best times to visit Marion for ideal weather are

April 23rd to June 24th

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 Marion Travel Info

Weather in Marion

Temperature

Average temperatures in Marion 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 53rd 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 Marion, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late June where highs are regularly around 83.7°F (28.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61.5°F (16.4°C) at night.

Marion Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Marion 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.

Marion Perceived Temperature (F)

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Marion Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Marion 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 42.6 32.4 24.5
Feb 45 34.4 26.2
Mar 56.7 44.6 34.8
Apr 67.3 54.6 43.1
May 75 63.1 52.3
Jun 82.1 70.2 60.1
Jul 82.6 71.2 62.1
Aug 81.8 70.3 61.1
Sep 76.2 64.4 55.2
Oct 66.3 54 44.1
Nov 55.5 43.2 33.7
Dec 48.3 38.3 30.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.9 0.2 -4.2
Feb 7.2 1.3 -3.2
Mar 13.7 7 1.6
Apr 19.6 12.6 6.2
May 23.9 17.3 11.3
Jun 27.8 21.2 15.6
Jul 28.1 21.8 16.7
Aug 27.7 21.3 16.2
Sep 24.6 18 12.9
Oct 19.1 12.2 6.7
Nov 13.1 6.2 0.9
Dec 9.1 3.5 -0.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Marion are September, February, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late October. For example, on the week of October 22nd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid August with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of August 13th.

When can you find snow in Marion? 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 Marion.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Marion (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 7% 0 1.3
Feb 7% 0 0.6
Mar 9% 0 1.2
Apr 8% 0 1.6
May 11% 0 1.3
Jun 13% 0 1.4
Jul 15% 0 2.4
Aug 15% 0 1.9
Sep 6% 0 1
Oct 9% 0 1.3
Nov 8% 0 1
Dec 13% 0 1.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 7 0 3.3
Feb 7 0 1.5
Mar 9 0 3
Apr 8 0 4.1
May 11 0 3.3
Jun 13 0 3.6
Jul 15 0 6.1
Aug 15 0 4.8
Sep 6 0 2.5
Oct 9 0 3.3
Nov 8 0 2.5
Dec 13 0 3.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Marion has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (50.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (69.3%).

Wind in Marion is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by January and March. February’s average wind speed of around 9.2 knots (10.5 MPH or 17 KPH) is considered “a gentle 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 20 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.9 Gentle breeze 17.7 Strong breeze
Feb 9.2 Gentle breeze 19 Strong breeze
Mar 7.9 Gentle breeze 16.6 Strong breeze
Apr 6.8 Light breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
May 4.7 Light breeze 12.6 Strong breeze
Jun 4.5 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jul 4.2 Light breeze 11.1 Strong breeze
Aug 3.5 Barely noticeable 10.3 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.9 Strong breeze
Oct 5.6 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Nov 6.3 Light breeze 14.2 Strong breeze
Dec 7.4 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 59.7%
Feb 55.7%
Mar 56%
Apr 50.1%
May 57.1%
Jun 61.9%
Jul 66.9%
Aug 67.7%
Sep 69.3%
Oct 66.2%
Nov 58.4%
Dec 68.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Marion?

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 Marion, VA, US is October, followed by June and March. 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 Marion in February. 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 27.5 in February means 27.5% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Marion Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 80.9°F (27.2°C) and 47°F (8.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with roughly 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the 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 comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 4 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Marion, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 80.6°F (27°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 3 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Marion to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 41°F (5°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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