Climate for Station: Morgantown Muni Ap, West Virginia, United States

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West Virginia, United States of America

2026-02-28 21:31

7.8°C

Feels 7.8°C

H: 19.8°C / L: 2.2°C

Precip: 0mm | Wind: 3.6 kph

▲ 11.2°C vs historical high

Clear

2026-03-01

H: 3.7°C

L: -5°C

Rain: 69%

Rainfall: 1.14mm

Wind: 11.5kph

▼ 5.3°C

2026-03-02

H: 5.6°C

L: -4.6°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 10.1kph

▼ 2.8°C

2026-03-03

H: 9°C

L: 0.6°C

Rain: 87%

Rainfall: 94.51mm

Wind: 16.2kph

▲ 0.5°C

2026-03-04

H: 17.6°C

L: 9.3°C

Rain: 69%

Rainfall: 5.33mm

Wind: 17.3kph

▲ 8.3°C

2026-03-05

H: 17.5°C

L: 11.3°C

Rain: 85%

Rainfall: 0.85mm

Wind: 20.5kph

▲ 7.2°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Morgantown Muni Ap is experiencing a subtle warming trend in its daytime temperatures, while nighttime temperatures have shown a slight cooling over the past decade. Precipitation patterns have become marginally more even, reflecting regional climate shifts.

Appalachian Climate Dynamics

Located at 39.6497°N, -79.9206°W, Morgantown Muni Ap sits within the humid continental climate zone, characterised by cold winters and warm summers. The nearby Appalachian Mountains play a significant role in shaping the local climate, often acting as a barrier that influences precipitation and temperature patterns. Over the past decade, the region has seen a warming trend in high temperatures, with an increase of 0.28°C (0.50°F), while low temperatures have decreased by 0.42°C (0.76°F). This dichotomy suggests a shift towards warmer days but cooler nights, possibly influenced by regional atmospheric changes.

Long-term Temperature Trends

Analysing the all-time temperature trends, Morgantown Muni Ap has experienced a slight warming in high temperatures, with an increase of 0.09°C (0.16°F). In contrast, low temperatures have risen by a modest 0.03°C (0.06°F). These figures indicate a gradual warming trend over the years, aligning with broader global climate patterns. The maximum recorded temperature at the station is 42.2°C (108.0°F), while the minimum is -28.9°C (-20.0°F), showcasing the extremes that can occur in this region.

Precipitation Patterns and PCI

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) offers insights into how rainfall is distributed over time. Morgantown Muni Ap's PCI has decreased from a baseline of 10.85 to a current value of 10.61, indicating a marginal shift towards more evenly distributed precipitation events. A PCI under 10 is considered very even, suggesting the region's precipitation is becoming less concentrated in intense events, which could be beneficial for agriculture and water management.

Regional Climate Context

The trends observed at Morgantown Muni Ap are consistent with broader efforts in the United States to understand and mitigate climate change impacts. Recent weather events, such as increased frequency of heatwaves in the Eastern United States, underscore the importance of monitoring these subtle shifts. The slight warming of daytime temperatures and the more even distribution of precipitation could have implications for local ecosystems and human activities.

Implications for Future Climate Monitoring

The data from Morgantown Muni Ap highlights the need for continuous monitoring to better understand the evolving climate dynamics in the Appalachian region. As the United States continues to pursue climate goals, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions, understanding localised trends will be crucial in developing effective adaptation and mitigation strategies.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: +0.28 °C/decade

Low: -0.42 °C/decade

Rain: -0.36 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.78 °C/decade

Low: +0.63 °C/decade

Rain: -0.05 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.40 °C/decade

Low: +0.35 °C/decade

Rain: -0.02 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.09 °C/decade

Low: +0.03 °C/decade

Rain: -0.01 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 55.6%

This Year: 36.2%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 10.6

Historical Average: 10.8

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 88^th percentile

Low: 83^rd percentile

Rain: 48^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: -7.3%

Low: -4.6%

Intraday: -4.1%

Data Coverage

85.1%

First Year of Data

1872

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Max Snow	Avg Snow
Record	42.2 °C	—	-20.0 °C	30.7 °C	—	-23.3 °C	25.6 °C	—	-28.9 °C	127.3 mm	—	508.0 mm	—
January	24.2 °C	4.1 °C	-18.3 °C	18.4 °C	-0.7 °C	-23.3 °C	15.6 °C	-4.8 °C	-28.9 °C	48.5 mm	2.7 mm	452.0 mm	8.1 mm
February	25.6 °C	6.1 °C	-14.4 °C	20.6 °C	1.1 °C	-16.1 °C	16.7 °C	-3.8 °C	-23.3 °C	47.5 mm	2.7 mm	254.0 mm	6.5 mm
March	30.0 °C	11.3 °C	-9.4 °C	22.6 °C	6.0 °C	-17.8 °C	20.0 °C	0.2 °C	-19.3 °C	55.1 mm	3.0 mm	508.0 mm	4.8 mm
April	33.3 °C	17.8 °C	-2.2 °C	25.9 °C	11.7 °C	-3.5 °C	20.6 °C	5.4 °C	-10.0 °C	67.3 mm	3.0 mm	236.0 mm	0.6 mm
May	35.0 °C	22.8 °C	5.0 °C	26.7 °C	16.7 °C	2.2 °C	21.1 °C	10.5 °C	-3.9 °C	71.6 mm	3.3 mm	15.0 mm	0.0 mm
June	36.7 °C	26.9 °C	8.9 °C	29.6 °C	20.9 °C	9.3 °C	25.0 °C	15.0 °C	-1.1 °C	69.9 mm	3.6 mm	0.0 mm	0.0 mm
July	42.2 °C	28.8 °C	16.1 °C	30.7 °C	23.0 °C	14.2 °C	25.6 °C	17.4 °C	5.0 °C	67.6 mm	3.7 mm	0.0 mm	0.0 mm
August	37.2 °C	28.0 °C	15.6 °C	29.1 °C	22.3 °C	11.3 °C	24.4 °C	16.7 °C	3.3 °C	127.3 mm	3.2 mm	0.0 mm	0.0 mm
September	38.9 °C	24.7 °C	9.4 °C	27.6 °C	18.7 °C	6.6 °C	23.3 °C	13.1 °C	-1.1 °C	67.5 mm	2.8 mm	0.0 mm	0.0 mm
October	36.7 °C	18.7 °C	1.1 °C	27.5 °C	12.5 °C	0.5 °C	21.7 °C	7.0 °C	-8.3 °C	106.7 mm	2.3 mm	64.0 mm	0.1 mm
November	28.3 °C	11.9 °C	-12.2 °C	22.2 °C	7.0 °C	-10.3 °C	18.3 °C	1.9 °C	-16.1 °C	80.8 mm	2.6 mm	450.0 mm	1.9 mm
December	25.0 °C	6.3 °C	-20.0 °C	18.5 °C	2.0 °C	-21.6 °C	16.7 °C	-2.4 °C	-25.0 °C	46.2 mm	2.7 mm	290.0 mm	4.8 mm