Both strive to balance historical integrity with orderly growth. Interstate 81 runs north and south through the middle of the county, and US 50 runs east and west. At the southern end of the county, Interstate 66 East intersects with Interstate 81. Climate Frederick County boasts a mild climate, averaging a comfortable 55 degrees. The average rainfall is 38 inches and the average snowfall is 29 inches.
Residents enjoy four very distinct seasons.
The population of Winchester is approximately 23,000 with Frederick County adding an additional 53,000. There are an estimated 241,000 people within a 30 mile radius of Winchester.