Atlantic, VA has a humid subtropical climate characterized by warm and humid summers and mild winters with occasional snowfall. Average temperatures range from the high 20s in winter to the mid-80s in summer, while average annual precipitation is just over 42 inches. This area of Virginia experiences somewhat higher humidity levels than other parts of the state due to its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. Summers are typically very hot and humid, with frequent thunderstorms bringing much needed rainfall to the area. Winters are usually mild, though some snowfall does occur each year.
Atlantic, Virginia gets 43 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Atlantic averages 8 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 213 sunny days per year in Atlantic. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Atlantic gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 108 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 86 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 28
Rain: averages 43 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 8 inches of snow a year