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Amherst, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Amherst, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C). With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), January stands out as the coldest month. Weather in January »

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Amherst, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.5°F (8.6°C) and min 30.2°F (-1°C). On the advent of February, Amherst's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) from January's 42.6°F (5.9°C). Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Amherst, is a mild month, with an average temperature varying between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C). As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in February to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April in Amherst, Virginia, is a comfortable spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and an average low of 46.6°F (8.1°C). The start of April brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) in March to an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Amherst, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C). The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

June, the first month of the summer in Amherst, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 84.6°F (29.2°C) and min 61°F (16.1°C). The onset of June marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) in May to a still moderately hot 84.6°F (29.2°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July in Amherst, Virginia, is a tropical summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 65.8°F (18.8°C) and max 88.9°F (31.6°C). During the warmest month, July, temperatures average a high of 88.9°F (31.6°C) and a low of 65.8°F (18.8°C). Throughout July, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Amherst, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 86.2°F (30.1°C) and an average low of 63.7°F (17.6°C). Upon the onset of August, Amherst witnesses an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.2°F (30.1°C), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Weather in August »

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Amherst, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79.5°F (26.4°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C). September reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a hot 86.2°F (30.1°C) in August to a warm 79.5°F (26.4°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, like September, in Amherst, Virginia, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.5°F (19.7°C) and an average low of 48.6°F (9.2°C). As October commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C) in September to a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn in Amherst, is another mild month, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.4°F (13°C) and min 37.6°F (3.1°C). With November's arrival, Amherst sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from 67.5°F (19.7°C) in October to a still refreshing 55.4°F (13°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Amherst, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in November to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). Weather in December »
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Amherst?

January stands out as Amherst's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

How many days does it rain in Amherst?

In Amherst, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.7 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow in Amherst?

Months with snowfall in Amherst are January through April, October through December.

How much does it snow in Amherst?

Throughout the year, in Amherst, Virginia, there are 14.1 snowfall days, and 10.94" (278mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Amherst?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the snowiest month in Amherst?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Amherst, Virginia. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Amherst?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Amherst, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

What is the wettest month in Amherst?

The months with the most rainfall in Amherst, Virginia, are April and May, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Amherst?

May through September are months without snowfall in Amherst.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Amherst?

The months with the highest UV index in Amherst, Virginia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

When are the longest days in Amherst?

June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 42min of daylight.

What is the warmest month in Amherst?

July, marked by an average high-temperature of 88.9°F (31.6°C) and a low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C), is the warmest month.

What is the least humid month in Amherst?

The least humid month in Amherst is July, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the driest month in Amherst?

The months with the least rainfall are July and September Rain falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of rain.

What month has the most sunshine in Amherst?

With an average of 10.7h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Amherst, Virginia.

What is the most humid month in Amherst?

The most humid month in Amherst is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the month with the shortest days in Amherst?

The month with the shortest days in Amherst, Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Amherst?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

Average temperature
Amherst, VA

Average temperature - Amherst, VA

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure
Amherst, VA

Average pressure - Amherst, VA

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed
Amherst, VA

Average wind speed - Amherst, VA

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average rainfall
Amherst, VA

Average rainfall - Amherst, VA

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days
Amherst, VA

Average rainfall days - Amherst, VA

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall
Amherst, VA

Average snowfall - Amherst, VA

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days
Amherst, VA

Average snowfall days - Amherst, VA

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight / Average sunshine
Amherst, VA

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Amherst, VA

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days
Amherst, VA

Average sunshine days - Amherst, VA

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index
Amherst, VA

Average UV index - Amherst, VA

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average visibility
Amherst, VA

Average visibility - Amherst, VA

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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