West Galax, VA
Unincorporated community in Galax city, Virginia
West Galax is a small unincorporated community in Galax city, Virginia. It is 1.3 miles NE of Galax, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 24333.
West Galax at a glance
- State
- Virginia
- County
- Galax city
- ZIP code
- 24333
- Nearest town
- Galax (1.3 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 36.6514, -80.9308
Weather in West Galax now
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West Galax weather by the hour
West Galax weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of West Galax.
This week in West Galax
Sunrise, sunset and moon in West Galax
What is the weather usually like in West Galax?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 82°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 24°F average low
- 50.9 inprecipitation per year · 1,294 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit West Galax: May–June and August–September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station GALAX WTP, VA US (USC00443272), adjusted for the elevation of West Galax.
West Galax weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in West Galax through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:33 AM | 5:32 PM | 9 h 59 min |
| February | 7:10 AM | 6:05 PM | 10 h 55 min |
| March | 7:32 AM | 7:32 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:48 AM | 7:59 PM | 13 h 11 min |
| May | 6:14 AM | 8:25 PM | 14 h 10 min |
| June | 6:03 AM | 8:45 PM | 14 h 42 min |
| July | 6:15 AM | 8:43 PM | 14 h 28 min |
| August | 6:40 AM | 8:16 PM | 13 h 36 min |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:32 PM | 12 h 27 min |
| October | 7:30 AM | 6:48 PM | 11 h 18 min |
| November | 7:00 AM | 5:16 PM | 10 h 15 min |
| December | 7:27 AM | 5:10 PM | 9 h 43 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in West Galax?
West Galax has a oceanic climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 82°F (28°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 24°F (-5°C).
It gets about 50.9 inches (1,294 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is September and the driest is February.
The best time to visit West Galax 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 West Galax
The closest live webcam is Drenn: I-77 - MM 4.3 - SB, 10.9 miles E of West Galax.
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Questions about West Galax
Where is West Galax, VA?
West Galax is an unincorporated community in Galax city, Virginia, 1.3 miles NE of Galax.
What county is West Galax in?
West Galax is in Galax city, Virginia.
What is the ZIP code of West Galax, VA?
The ZIP code for West Galax is 24333.
What is the nearest town to West Galax?
Galax, 1.3 miles away.
Are there webcams near West Galax?
Yes. The closest is Drenn: I-77 - MM 4.3 - SB, 10.9 miles away.
What is the hottest month in West Galax?
July, with an average high of 82°F (28°C).
What is the coldest month in West Galax?
January, with an average low of 24°F (-5°C).
How much does it rain in West Galax?
About 50.9 inches (1,294 mm) a year; the wettest month is September.
Does it snow in West Galax?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit West Galax?
May–June and August–September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does West Galax have?
Oceanic (Köppen Cfb).
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