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Retirement Living In Greater Charlottesville - Virginia


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Area Description

Greater Charlottesville consistently ranks among the top communities in the nation. Among numerous accolades, Charlottesville was selected by Frommer's "Cities Ranked & Rated" as "The Best Place to Live" in America; "Best Place to Live" -- Money; "Best Place to Relocate" -- Relocate America; "Top Places to Retire" -- Kiplinger; and many more.

Includes Cities/Towns: Charlottesville, Keswick.

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Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness


    Charlottesville is best known as home of Thomas Jefferson at Monticello and his lasting academic legacy at the University of Virginia. A walking tour of downtown Charlottesville offers a look into early-American history.

Charlottesville has developed a rich arts and entertainment scene, especially when it comes to live music. Historic theaters feature legendary blues artists, rockstars and internationally acclaimed musicians who bridge genres from folk to classical.

There is plenty for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy, kayaking the James or Rivanna, hiking miles of wilderness trails or pedaling miles of bike trails and quiet country roads where farmers work land that's been in their families for generations.

Enjoy visiting the orchards along those roads, with you pick strawberries, and cherries, peaches and apples along with over 30 vineyards to see.

Cultural Activities


Numerous and wide-ranging; year-in; year-out

Public transportation


Charlottesville Area Transit -- region wide

Medical Facilities


The University of Virginia Health System and Sentera Martha Jefferson Hospital are both nationally acclaimed


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Greater Charlottesville, Virginia?

For those of you that retire in Greater Charlottesville, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 30's and highs in the mid 40's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 20's. Expect some rainy days in the winter.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Greater Charlottesville such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 50's and highs in the mid 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 40's. Expect some rainy days in the spring.

Summertime in Greater Charlottesville is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the mid 70's and highs in the mid 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 60's. Expect some days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the summer.

If you retire in Greater Charlottesville, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the upper 50's and highs in the upper 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  25 F°  35 F°  44 F°
 Feb  27 F°  38 F°  48 F°
 Mar  35 F°  45 F°  56 F°
 Apr  44 F°  55 F°  67 F°
 May  53 F°  63 F°  74 F°
 Jun  62 F°  72 F°  82 F°
 Jul  66 F°  76 F°  86 F°
 Aug  64 F°  74 F°  84 F°
 Sep  57 F°  67 F°  77 F°
 Oct  46 F°  56 F°  67 F°
 Nov  37 F°  47 F°  57 F°
 Dec  28 F°  38 F°  47 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  24  0
 Feb  0  21  0
 Mar  0  12  0
 Apr  0  2  0
 May  1  0  0
 Jun  4  0  0
 Jul  8  0  0
 Aug  6  0  0
 Sep  1  0  0
 Oct  0  2  0
 Nov  0  10  0
 Dec  0  21  0

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  3 "  8  24 %
 Feb  3 "  8  25 %
 Mar  4 "  9  31 %
 Apr  3 "  10  41 %
 May  4 "  11  53 %
 Jun  4 "  10  62 %
 Jul  5 "  11  66 %
 Aug  4 "  9  66 %
 Sep  5 "  8  59 %
 Oct  3 "  7  47 %
 Nov  4 "  8  37 %
 Dec  3 "  8  28 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  5 "  4  2
 Feb  5 "  4  2
 Mar  1 "  1  1
 Apr  0 "  0  0
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  0 "  0  0
 Dec  3 "  2  1


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Cost of Living for Greater Charlottesville, VA

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Senior Assistance in Greater Charlottesville, VA

Greater Charlottesville, Virginia offers the following assistance for seniors:

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Greater Charlottesville Offer For Retirees?

Wide-ranging and numerous

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