Light, VA
Historical community (former settlement) in Frederick County, Virginia
Light is a historical community (former settlement) in Frederick County, Virginia. It is 5.4 miles W of Lake Holiday, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 22603.
Light at a glance
- State
- Virginia
- County
- Frederick County
- ZIP code
- 22603
- Nearest town
- Lake Holiday (5.4 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 39.3294, -78.2311
Weather in Light now
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Light weather by the hour
Light weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Light.
This week in Light
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Light
What is the weather usually like in Light?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 86°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 24°F average low
- 40.7 inprecipitation per year · 1,034 mm
- 23.1 insnowfall per year · 59 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Light: May–June and August–September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station WINCHESTER, VA US (USC00449181), adjusted for the elevation of Light.
Light weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Light through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:29 AM | 5:15 PM | 9 h 46 min |
| February | 7:02 AM | 5:51 PM | 10 h 48 min |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:21 PM | 11 h 58 min |
| April | 6:34 AM | 7:51 PM | 13 h 17 min |
| May | 5:57 AM | 8:21 PM | 14 h 23 min |
| June | 5:44 AM | 8:42 PM | 14 h 58 min |
| July | 5:57 AM | 8:40 PM | 14 h 43 min |
| August | 6:24 AM | 8:10 PM | 13 h 45 min |
| September | 6:53 AM | 7:23 PM | 12 h 29 min |
| October | 7:21 AM | 6:35 PM | 11 h 13 min |
| November | 6:55 AM | 4:59 PM | 10 h 4 min |
| December | 7:24 AM | 4:52 PM | 9 h 28 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Light?
Light has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 86°F (30°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 24°F (-5°C).
It gets about 40.7 inches (1,034 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May and the driest is February. Snow is common: about 23 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Light 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 Light
The closest live webcam is Rest: I-81 - MM 323 - NB, 8.3 miles E of Light.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Light.
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Questions about Light
Where is Light, VA?
Light is a historical community (former settlement) in Frederick County, Virginia, 5.4 miles W of Lake Holiday.
What county is Light in?
Light is in Frederick County, Virginia.
What is the ZIP code of Light, VA?
The ZIP code for Light is 22603.
What is the nearest town to Light?
Lake Holiday, 5.4 miles away.
Are there webcams near Light?
Yes. The closest is Rest: I-81 - MM 323 - NB, 8.3 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Light?
July, with an average high of 86°F (30°C).
What is the coldest month in Light?
January, with an average low of 24°F (-5°C).
How much does it rain in Light?
About 40.7 inches (1,034 mm) a year; the wettest month is May.
Does it snow in Light?
Yes, about 23 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Light?
May–June and August–September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Light have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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