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Soil Temperature in Virginia

The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Virginia is 66°F, based on 5 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 62°F to 72°F. Last updated May 18, 2026.

Current Planting Conditions

Warm-season grasses are actively growing across Virginia with soil averaging 66°F at 2 inches. Bermuda, zoysia, and St. Augustine can be seeded or sodded now. Cool-season overseeding is closing for the season.

Monitoring Stations in Virginia (5)

Station2" TempLast Reading
N Piedmont Arec (Orange)72°F2026-05-18
Shenandoah (Augusta)63°F2026-05-18
Reynolds Homestead (Patrick)66°F2026-05-18
Cape Charles 5 ENE—2026-05-18
Charlottesville 2 SSE62°F2026-05-18

Cities in Virginia (74)

Cities in Virginia with current soil temperature readings
CityZIPCurrent TempDistance from state center
Abingdon24210—184 mi
Alexandria22301—132 mi
Arlington22201—134 mi
Ashburn20146—126 mi
Blacksburg24060—89 mi
Blackstone23824—56 mi
Bowling Green22427—98 mi
Bristol24201—194 mi
Burke22009—124 mi
Centreville20120—118 mi
Chantilly20151—121 mi
Charlottesville22901—43 mi
Chesapeake23320—154 mi
Chester23831—80 mi
Chesterfield23832—71 mi
Christiansburg24068—90 mi
Danville24540—69 mi
Dulles20101—128 mi
Dumfries22025—111 mi
Fairfax22030—124 mi
Falls Church22040—131 mi
Farmville23901—29 mi
Fredericksburg22401—92 mi
Gainesville20155—112 mi
Glen Allen23058—79 mi
Hamilton20158—129 mi
Hampton23630—139 mi
Harrisonburg22801—64 mi
Haymarket20168—111 mi
Henrico23075—84 mi
Herndon20170—129 mi
Jarratt23867—90 mi
Leesburg20175—125 mi
Lorton22079—121 mi
Lynchburg24501—20 mi
Manassas20108—113 mi
Marshall20115—105 mi
Martinsville24112—80 mi
Mc Lean22101—134 mi
Mechanicsville23111—83 mi
Merrifield22081—128 mi
Middleburg20117—117 mi
Middletown22645—109 mi
Midlothian23112—66 mi
Newport News23601—135 mi
Nokesville20181—108 mi
Norfolk23501—152 mi
Oak Hall23396—182 mi
Petersburg23803—78 mi
Portsmouth23701—145 mi
Purcellville20132—127 mi
Quantico22134—108 mi
Radford24141—98 mi
Reston20190—129 mi
Richmond23218—75 mi
Roanoke24001—63 mi
Round Hill20141—125 mi
Smithfield23430—128 mi
Spotsylvania22551—78 mi
Springfield22150—126 mi
Stafford22554—101 mi
Staunton24401—45 mi
Sterling20163—128 mi
Strasburg22641—111 mi
Suffolk23432—134 mi
Upperville20184—113 mi
Vienna22180—129 mi
Virginia Beach23450—158 mi
Warrenton20186—98 mi
Waverly23890—102 mi
Williamsburg23185—118 mi
Winchester22601—121 mi
Woodbridge22191—116 mi
Yorktown23690—129 mi

Soil Temperature FAQ for Virginia

What is the current soil temperature in Virginia?

The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Virginia is 66°F, based on 5 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 62°F to 72°F depending on location and elevation.

When should I apply pre-emergent in Virginia?

Apply pre-emergent herbicide when soil at 2 inches reaches 55°F for several consecutive days. Timing varies across Virginia, so check your city's page for station-specific readings and the pre-emergent timing recommendation.

When can I plant grass seed in Virginia?

Cool-season grasses (fescue, bluegrass) can be seeded when soil holds between 50 and 65°F. Warm-season grasses (bermuda, zoysia) need soil above 65°F. Timing varies by location, so check your city's planting window for the dates specific to your area.