Downing, VA
Historical community (former settlement) in Rappahannock County, Virginia
Downing is a historical community (former settlement) in Rappahannock County, Virginia. It is 3.1 miles SE of Chester Gap, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 22623.
Downing at a glance
- State
- Virginia
- County
- Rappahannock County
- ZIP code
- 22623
- Nearest town
- Chester Gap (3.1 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 38.8792, -78.1758
Weather in Downing now
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Downing weather by the hour
Downing weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Downing.
This week in Downing
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Downing
What is the weather usually like in Downing?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 87°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 24°F average low
- 43.4 inprecipitation per year · 1,102 mm
- 21.1 insnowfall per year · 54 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Downing: May–June and August–September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station FRONT ROYAL, VA US (USC00443229), adjusted for the elevation of Downing.
Downing weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Downing through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 5:16 PM | 9 h 48 min |
| February | 7:02 AM | 5:51 PM | 10 h 49 min |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:20 PM | 11 h 58 min |
| April | 6:34 AM | 7:51 PM | 13 h 16 min |
| May | 5:58 AM | 8:19 PM | 14 h 21 min |
| June | 5:45 AM | 8:41 PM | 14 h 55 min |
| July | 5:58 AM | 8:38 PM | 14 h 40 min |
| August | 6:25 AM | 8:09 PM | 13 h 43 min |
| September | 6:53 AM | 7:22 PM | 12 h 29 min |
| October | 7:21 AM | 6:35 PM | 11 h 14 min |
| November | 6:54 AM | 5:00 PM | 10 h 6 min |
| December | 7:22 AM | 4:53 PM | 9 h 30 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Downing?
Downing has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 87°F (30°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 24°F (-4°C).
It gets about 43.4 inches (1,102 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is September and the driest is February. Snow is common: about 21 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Downing is May–June and August–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 Downing
The closest live webcam is Chester Gap: US-522 - NB - Rd, 2.8 miles SE of Downing.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Downing.
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Questions about Downing
Where is Downing, VA?
Downing is a historical community (former settlement) in Rappahannock County, Virginia, 3.1 miles SE of Chester Gap.
What county is Downing in?
Downing is in Rappahannock County, Virginia.
What is the ZIP code of Downing, VA?
The ZIP code for Downing is 22623.
What is the nearest town to Downing?
Chester Gap, 3.1 miles away.
Are there webcams near Downing?
Yes. The closest is Chester Gap: US-522 - NB - Rd, 2.8 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Downing?
July, with an average high of 87°F (30°C).
What is the coldest month in Downing?
January, with an average low of 24°F (-4°C).
How much does it rain in Downing?
About 43.4 inches (1,102 mm) a year; the wettest month is September.
Does it snow in Downing?
Yes, about 21 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Downing?
May–June and August–September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Downing have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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