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Retirement Living In New River Valley - Virginia


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Area Description

Bordered on three sides by the New River, and neatly tucked into the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Radford features an achingly picturesque setting for a diverse and charming array of activities.

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Area Amenities

Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
   14 City parks, ready access to the New River, 4 stops on the VA Wildlife and Birding Trail, close proximity to Claytor Lake State Park, the Appalachian Trail, Jefferson National Forest, Radford University events including the College of Visual and Performing Arts series of events

Cultural Activities
College of Visual and Performing Arts Series at Radford University brings a variety of opportunities each year to residents, students and visitors

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What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In New River Valley, Virginia?

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

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 30's and highs in the mid 40's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 20's. Expect some rainy days in the winter. Assume a few days of snow with some days having snow remaining on the ground.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in New River Valley such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the mid 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in New River Valley!

Summertime in New River Valley 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 low 70's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the upper 50's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the summer.

If you retire in New River Valley, 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 mid 50's and highs in the mid 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  21 F°  32 F°  42 F°
 Feb  24 F°  35 F°  46 F°
 Mar  30 F°  42 F°  54 F°
 Apr  38 F°  51 F°  64 F°
 May  47 F°  60 F°  73 F°
 Jun  56 F°  68 F°  80 F°
 Jul  61 F°  72 F°  84 F°
 Aug  59 F°  71 F°  83 F°
 Sep  51 F°  64 F°  76 F°
 Oct  40 F°  53 F°  66 F°
 Nov  31 F°  44 F°  56 F°
 Dec  24 F°  35 F°  45 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  27  1
 Feb  0  23  0
 Mar  0  19  0
 Apr  0  8  0
 May  0  1  0
 Jun  1  0  0
 Jul  3  0  0
 Aug  3  0  0
 Sep  1  0  0
 Oct  0  7  0
 Nov  0  17  0
 Dec  0  25  0

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  3 "  9  24 %
 Feb  3 "  9  26 %
 Mar  3 "  10  31 %
 Apr  3 "  10  39 %
 May  4 "  12  50 %
 Jun  3 "  10  60 %
 Jul  4 "  11  64 %
 Aug  3 "  10  63 %
 Sep  3 "  8  56 %
 Oct  3 "  8  44 %
 Nov  3 "  8  35 %
 Dec  3 "  9  27 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  6 "  6  3
 Feb  6 "  6  3
 Mar  3 "  2  2
 Apr  1 "  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  1
 Dec  5 "  5  2


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Cost of Living for New River Valley, VA

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Senior Assistance in New River Valley, VA

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What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does New River Valley Offer For Retirees?

Radford University is the largest employer in Radford, many volunteer opportunities available at local not-for-profit and community organizations

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