Weather in Huntington, West Virginia
Roses open on the Piedmont edge. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Drizzle45%74°52°
- SundayMay 17Overcast34%91°58°
- MondayMay 18Overcast—95°68°
- TuesdayMay 19Light Drizzle20%94°65°
- WednesdayMay 20Drizzle80%82°59°
- ThursdayMay 21Overcast57%75°54°
- FridayMay 22Light Drizzle50%68°61°
- PM 2.5
- 6.3 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 6.9 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 4.0 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 95.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 10:24 AM
- Moonset
- 1:02 AM
- In sign
- ♉︎ Taurus
Roses open on the Piedmont edge
Huntington at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 6°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: April 6 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Warm-season window is open
As of May 17, the last spring frost has passed for most years. Transplant tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, basil, and cucurbits (cucumbers, squash, melons) now. Direct-sow beans and corn into warm soil.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | — | — |
| April | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| May | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | — | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
July marks Huntington's warmest month with a mean temperature of 77°F, while January brings the coldest conditions at around 34°F. Precipitation reaches its peak during July at 4.8 inches and drops to its lowest point in November with 2.8 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34° | 3.4″ | 7 |
| February | 38° | 3.3″ | 7 |
| March | 45° | 4.2″ | 8 |
| April | 56° | 4.0″ | 8 |
| May | 65° | 4.5″ | 9 |
| June | 73° | 4.0″ | 8 |
| July | 77° | 4.8″ | 9 |
| August | 76° | 4.0″ | 7 |
| September | 69° | 3.4″ | 6 |
| October | 58° | 3.0″ | 6 |
| November | 46° | 2.8″ | 6 |
| December | 39° | 3.8″ | 7 |
Regional context
Located within the humid subtropical climate region, Huntington shares temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with other nearby cities in this climate zone.
Similar climates: Beckley, WV, Bluefield, WV, Oak Hill, WV, Pea Ridge, WV, Hurricane, WV.
Naturalist notes
Late May brings the emergence of cicadas from their underground chambers, their distinctive calls echoing through Huntington's trees.
Wild bergamot begins flowering in June, attracting native bees and butterflies to meadows and forest edges.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Huntington?
- Spring's final frost usually occurs around mid-April in Huntington, while the first fall frost typically arrives around mid-November.
- What is the rainy season in Huntington?
- July stands as the wettest month, delivering approximately 4.8 inches of rain on average, while the city's annual total reaches roughly 45 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Huntington?
- July typically records the highest temperatures, with averages around 77°F.
- What is the coldest month in Huntington?
- January brings the coldest temperatures, averaging approximately 34°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Huntington?
- Cool-season vegetables like peas and lettuce can be planted around the last spring frost in mid-April, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks after that date.
- How many rainy days does Huntington get?
- Huntington experiences approximately 86 rainy days annually.
- What hardiness zone is Huntington?
- Huntington's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperatures; the USDA's online lookup tool provides current zone designation using the city ZIP code.
Climate
Huntington, West Virginia experiences a humid subtropical climate zone. Winter temperatures in January typically hover near 34°F, while July brings averages of 77°F — creating a 43°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals about 45 inches across roughly 86 rainy days throughout the year.
Local weather patterns follow the city's latitude of 38.4°N, along with proximity to large water bodies and elevation factors that determine growing seasons, frost timing, and daily weather conditions.