WVSU Weather

Weather and Climate at WVSU

West Virginia State University (WVSU) is located in Institute, West Virginia, where the climate is characterized by four distinct seasons.

• Winter: Temperatures can range from 20°F to 40°F (-6°C to 4°C), with occasional snow and ice storms affecting commuting and campus life.
• Spring: Temperatures range from 40°F to 70°F (4°C to 21°C), with increasing rainfall that can impact outdoor research activities.
• Summer: Warm and humid, with temperatures between 60°F and 85°F (15°C to 29°C), conducive to outdoor campus events.
• Fall: Temperatures from 40°F to 65°F (4°C to 18°C), with beautiful foliage that enhances the campus environment.

Extreme weather conditions like thunderstorms and occasional tornadoes can occur, requiring preparedness from the WVSU community.