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Retirement Living In Smith Mountain Lake - Virginia


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Area Description

Located in central Virginia along the Blue Ridge Mountains, Smith Mountain Lake is considered to be the Jewel of the Blue Ridge. It is equidistant from Roanoke and Lynchburg. Only a 4-hour drive southwest of Washington D.C. and two hours north of Raleigh, NC, at Smith Mountain Lake you'll find wonderful places and people.

Our area's great natural beauty--from the waters and woods to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia--is the perfect destination for your very own style of fun, whether you seek activities or just plain relaxing.

Includes Cities/Towns: Hardy, Moneta.

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    Enjoy fishing, numerous water sports and playing on our 500 miles of shoreline. Visitors usually end up discovering many unexpected delights. Friendly people and genuine hospitality make everyone feel welcome and there’s always something new to do.

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We have world-class historical sites, unique shopping opportunities from antiques to art galleries, the latest fashions, fantastic dining and entertainment options, or simply sitting back and enjoying the glorious scenery make everyday complete.

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What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia?

For those of you that retire in Smith Mountain Lake, 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 upper 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 Smith Mountain Lake such as a movie, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 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 spring.

Summertime in Smith Mountain Lake is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, 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 Smith Mountain Lake, 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  26 F°  36 F°  46 F°
 Feb  28 F°  39 F°  49 F°
 Mar  35 F°  47 F°  58 F°
 Apr  44 F°  56 F°  68 F°
 May  52 F°  64 F°  75 F°
 Jun  61 F°  72 F°  83 F°
 Jul  66 F°  76 F°  86 F°
 Aug  64 F°  75 F°  85 F°
 Sep  57 F°  68 F°  78 F°
 Oct  46 F°  57 F°  69 F°
 Nov  37 F°  48 F°  59 F°
 Dec  29 F°  39 F°  48 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  23  0
 Feb  0  19  0
 Mar  0  12  0
 Apr  0  2  0
 May  0  0  0
 Jun  4  0  0
 Jul  8  0  0
 Aug  7  0  0
 Sep  2  0  0
 Oct  0  2  0
 Nov  0  10  0
 Dec  0  20  0

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  3 "  9  25 %
 Feb  3 "  8  26 %
 Mar  4 "  10  32 %
 Apr  4 "  10  41 %
 May  4 "  11  52 %
 Jun  4 "  10  62 %
 Jul  4 "  10  66 %
 Aug  4 "  9  65 %
 Sep  4 "  8  59 %
 Oct  3 "  7  47 %
 Nov  4 "  8  37 %
 Dec  3 "  9  28 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  4 "  2  1
 Feb  3 "  3  1
 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  2 "  2  1


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