Rarely are more than 5 inches of snow deposited in a 24 hour period. Winter snow amounts increase dramatically over the Appalachians, less than 50 miles to the east. High temperatures during the winter average in the lower 40s, with lows in the mid 20s. However, during each winter, temperatures will remain below freezing for a few days. Prolonged cloudiness and snow flurries frequently accompany cold weather.
Temperatures warm rapidly in the spring.
Afternoon readings in the 60s and 70s are common, along with low humidity. Summer and early autumn have less changeable weather. Summer hot spells usually bring considerable haze, temperatures in the low and mid 90s along with uncomfortable humidity. From July into early October, fog is standard in the early morning. July, with its numerous thunderstorms is typically the wettest month, while October is usually the driest.