Dorchester Junction, VA
Unincorporated community in Norton city, Virginia
Dorchester Junction is a small unincorporated community in Norton city, Virginia. It is 1.6 miles E of Norton, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 24273.
Dorchester Junction at a glance
- State
- Virginia
- County
- Norton city
- ZIP code
- 24273
- Nearest town
- Norton (1.6 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 36.9281, -82.6542
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Dorchester Junction weather for the next 7 days
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What is the weather usually like in Dorchester Junction?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 81°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 25°F average low
- 51.6 inprecipitation per year · 1,311 mm
- 47.1 insnowfall per year · 120 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Dorchester Junction: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station WISE 1SE, VA US (USC00449215), adjusted for the elevation of Dorchester Junction.
Dorchester Junction weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Dorchester Junction through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:41 AM | 5:39 PM | 9 h 58 min |
| February | 7:17 AM | 6:12 PM | 10 h 54 min |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:39 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:54 AM | 8:06 PM | 13 h 11 min |
| May | 6:20 AM | 8:32 PM | 14 h 11 min |
| June | 6:09 AM | 8:53 PM | 14 h 43 min |
| July | 6:21 AM | 8:51 PM | 14 h 29 min |
| August | 6:46 AM | 8:23 PM | 13 h 37 min |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:39 PM | 12 h 27 min |
| October | 7:37 AM | 6:55 PM | 11 h 18 min |
| November | 7:07 AM | 5:22 PM | 10 h 14 min |
| December | 7:35 AM | 5:16 PM | 9 h 41 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Dorchester Junction?
Dorchester Junction has a oceanic climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 81°F (27°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 25°F (-4°C).
It gets about 51.6 inches (1,311 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July and the driest is October. Snow is common: about 47 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Dorchester Junction is June to September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Dorchester Junction
The closest live webcam is Josephine: US-23 - MM - 39.1 - NB - Powell Valley Overlook - Wise Co, 1.3 miles SW of Dorchester Junction.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Dorchester Junction.
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Questions about Dorchester Junction
Where is Dorchester Junction, VA?
Dorchester Junction is an unincorporated community in Norton city, Virginia, 1.6 miles E of Norton.
What county is Dorchester Junction in?
Dorchester Junction is in Norton city, Virginia.
What is the ZIP code of Dorchester Junction, VA?
The ZIP code for Dorchester Junction is 24273.
What is the nearest town to Dorchester Junction?
Norton, 1.6 miles away.
Are there webcams near Dorchester Junction?
Yes. The closest is Josephine: US-23 - MM - 39.1 - NB - Powell Valley Overlook - Wise Co, 1.3 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Dorchester Junction?
July, with an average high of 81°F (27°C).
What is the coldest month in Dorchester Junction?
January, with an average low of 25°F (-4°C).
How much does it rain in Dorchester Junction?
About 51.6 inches (1,311 mm) a year; the wettest month is July.
Does it snow in Dorchester Junction?
Yes, about 47 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Dorchester Junction?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Dorchester Junction have?
Oceanic (Köppen Cfb).
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