The best times to visit Summersville for ideal weather are

May 21st 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 Summersville Travel Info

Weather in Summersville

Temperature

Average temperatures in Summersville 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 more temperate than most — in the 61st 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 Summersville, the hottest months are August, June, and then July. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid to late August where highs are regularly around 86°F (30°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 63°F (17.2°C) at night.

Summersville Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Summersville 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.

Summersville Perceived Temperature (F)

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Summersville Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Summersville 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 42.2 32.8 24.9
Feb 41.4 30.6 20.9
Mar 59.7 46.8 35.9
Apr 65.4 52.3 41.1
May 70.8 58.6 49.4
Jun 78.2 68.2 60.6
Jul 78.3 67.8 60.4
Aug 81.1 70.3 61.8
Sep 80.2 66.3 55.3
Oct 68.8 54.8 44.1
Nov 52.8 41.7 32.3
Dec 48.6 37.8 28.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.7 0.4 -3.9
Feb 5.2 -0.8 -6.2
Mar 15.4 8.2 2.2
Apr 18.6 11.3 5.1
May 21.6 14.8 9.7
Jun 25.7 20.1 15.9
Jul 25.7 19.9 15.8
Aug 27.3 21.3 16.6
Sep 26.8 19.1 12.9
Oct 20.4 12.7 6.7
Nov 11.6 5.4 0.2
Dec 9.2 3.2 -2.1

 


 
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 Summersville.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Summersville (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 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

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 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0
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Humidity and Wind

Summersville has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is March (48.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (72.1%).

Wind in Summersville is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is December, followed by April and February. December’s average wind speed of around 2.7 knots (3.1 MPH or 5 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid December where average top sustained speeds reach 11.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 2.6 Barely noticeable 8.5 Gentle breeze
Feb 2.7 Barely noticeable 8.5 Gentle breeze
Mar 2.4 Barely noticeable 8.4 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.7 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
May 1.3 Barely noticeable 6.8 Gentle breeze
Jun 1.3 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Jul 1.1 Barely noticeable 6.3 Gentle breeze
Aug 1 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
Sep 0.9 Still 6.1 Gentle breeze
Oct 1.3 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Nov 2 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.7 Barely noticeable 8.9 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 63.1%
Feb 54%
Mar 48.1%
Apr 53.6%
May 65.8%
Jun 66.5%
Jul 72.1%
Aug 70%
Sep 67.1%
Oct 63.1%
Nov 65.2%
Dec 71.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Summersville?

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 Summersville, WV, US is May, followed by July and June. 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 Summersville 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 50.9 in October means 50.9% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Summersville Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 76.1°F (24.5°C) and 46.7°F (8.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. 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. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Summersville, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 86°F (30°C) and 46.7°F (8.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Summersville to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 33°F (0.6°C). These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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