The best times to visit Radford 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 Radford Travel Info

Weather in Radford

Temperature

Average temperatures in Radford 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 Radford, 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 86°F (30°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 65.2°F (18.4°C) at night.

Radford Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Radford 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.

Radford Perceived Temperature (F)

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Radford Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Radford 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 44.6 34.3 26.4
Feb 46.8 36.1 27.5
Mar 58.2 46.1 36.2
Apr 68.7 55.8 44.2
May 76.8 64.6 53.6
Jun 84.2 72.3 61.6
Jul 85.2 73.9 64.3
Aug 84.1 72.5 63.1
Sep 78.3 66.5 57.3
Oct 67.8 55.9 46.3
Nov 56.7 45.1 35.8
Dec 49.8 39.8 31.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7 1.3 -3.1
Feb 8.2 2.3 -2.5
Mar 14.6 7.8 2.3
Apr 20.4 13.2 6.8
May 24.9 18.1 12
Jun 29 22.4 16.4
Jul 29.6 23.3 17.9
Aug 28.9 22.5 17.3
Sep 25.7 19.2 14.1
Oct 19.9 13.3 7.9
Nov 13.7 7.3 2.1
Dec 9.9 4.3 -0.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Radford are January, February, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid August with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of August 6th.

When can you find snow in Radford? 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 Radford.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Radford (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 3% 0 0.2
Feb 3% 0 0.3
Mar 6% 0 0.7
Apr 10% 0 1.1
May 6% 0 1.2
Jun 7% 0 0.8
Jul 10% 0 1.6
Aug 11% 0 1.7
Sep 5% 0 0.6
Oct 9% 0 1.1
Nov 5% 0 0.8
Dec 9% 0 1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 0 0.5
Feb 3 0 0.8
Mar 6 0 1.8
Apr 10 0 2.8
May 6 0 3
Jun 7 0 2
Jul 10 0 4.1
Aug 11 0 4.3
Sep 5 0 1.5
Oct 9 0 2.8
Nov 5 0 2
Dec 9 0 2.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Radford has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (50.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (69.2%).

Wind in Radford is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by January and March. February’s average wind speed of around 6.6 knots (7.6 MPH or 12.3 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 16.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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Average Daily Wind

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 6.2 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Feb 6.6 Light breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
Mar 5.9 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Apr 5.7 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
May 4 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Jun 3.5 Barely noticeable 10.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 3 Barely noticeable 9.8 Significant breeze
Aug 2.5 Barely noticeable 8.6 Gentle breeze
Sep 2.6 Barely noticeable 9.1 Significant breeze
Oct 4.1 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Nov 4.6 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Dec 5.2 Light breeze 13.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 56.3%
Feb 51.6%
Mar 52.5%
Apr 50.7%
May 61.7%
Jun 63.2%
Jul 66.3%
Aug 68.4%
Sep 69.2%
Oct 62.2%
Nov 57.2%
Dec 66.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Radford?

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 Radford, 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 Radford 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 Radford Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 82.8°F (28.2°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 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 2 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Radford, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 83.2°F (28.4°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 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 too cold this time of year in Radford to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 50.3°F (10.2°C) and 43.1°F (6.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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