Blacksburg, Virginia, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Blacksburg, Virginia, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Blacksburg, below is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Blacksburg, Virginia, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Blacksburg, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

Important essentials for Blacksburg, Virginia, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Blacksburg, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS

Other health necessities


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a great option.


  • Emergency rapid COVID-19 test

    U.S. residents can get them free here. Otherwise, you can buy them here.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

Activities for Blacksburg, Virginia, United States of America

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Blacksburg.

If you go to Heritage Community Park and Natural Area, you'll probably do a lot of walking. These are a must:


  • Ultralight day pack

    Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.


  • Small portable cooler

    Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.


  • Good hiking shoes

    These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet


  • Binoculars

    Like these

We also recommend these top tours in and around Blacksburg.

What to wear/what to pack for Blacksburg, Virginia, United States of America by month

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January

January can be brisk. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It snows occasionally.

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February

February in Blacksburg can be very chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). It snows occasionally.

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March

March in Blacksburg is cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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April

In April, Blacksburg is chilly. Temperatures routinely are in the 60s F (high 10s C) and about a third of the time jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Blacksburg, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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May

May for Blacksburg is mild. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day.

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June

Traveling to Blacksburg in June, you will notice that it is warm. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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July

In July, Blacksburg is hot. Temperatures routinely are in the low 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 50s F (mid 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Blacksburg, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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August

August for Blacksburg is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

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September

September in Blacksburg is a perfect temperature. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) to 70s F (mid 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C).

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October

October in Blacksburg is mild. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day.

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November

November in Blacksburg can be chilly. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) to 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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December

In December, Blacksburg is pretty cool. Temperatures routinely are in the 40s F (single digits C) and 5-10 days this month jump into the low 50s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Blacksburg, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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