Summer Road Trips in West Virginia
Routes
30
Avg Distance
316 mi
Avg Drive
5h 59m
Destinations
18
West Virginia in the summer offers a diverse landscape for road trippers. With 30 routes averaging 315 miles and nearly 6 hours, you can explore its gently rolling terrain and access numerous parks. Many routes boast excellent EV coverage, with up to 47 DC fast chargers available across the state. Expect drives with scores reaching a perfect 10, showcasing the best of summer exploration.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$3.75/gal
Diesel: $4.80/gal
Typical trip cost
$41–$54
One-way, ~316 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~111 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-07-13
Climate through the year: West Virginia
West Virginia peaks at around 86°F in Jul and cools to 44°F / 26°F in Jan. Wettest month is Jul at ~5.4 in of rain. Table highlights Summer months.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain in | Snow in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 44 | 26 | 3.3 | 10.3 |
| Feb | 48 | 29 | 3.4 | 7.7 |
| Mar | 57 | 35 | 4.1 | 5.9 |
| Apr | 69 | 45 | 3.6 | 0.5 |
| May | 76 | 53 | 4.9 | — |
| Jun peak | 83 | 62 | 4.7 | — |
| Jul peak | 86 | 66 | 5.4 | — |
| Aug peak | 85 | 64 | 3.8 | — |
| Sep | 80 | 57 | 3.5 | — |
| Oct | 69 | 45 | 2.9 | 0.6 |
| Nov | 57 | 36 | 3.2 | 1.5 |
| Dec | 48 | 30 | 3.6 | 5 |
Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for WV — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.
Planning Tips
- Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
- Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
- Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Summer Routes
Editor's pick
Martinsburg, WV → Wayne, WV
This route hits a perfect 10 drive score, covering 367 miles with excellent EV support. Its gently rolling terrain and access to parks make it a top summer choice.
Editor's pick
Martinsburg, WV → Ceredo, WV
Another 10/10 drive, this 360-mile option also features excellent EV charging infrastructure and park access, ideal for summer exploration.
Editor's pick
Williamson, WV → Martinsburg, WV
Traveling 360 miles, this mostly highway route offers a solid 8 drive score through gently rolling terrain, with park access included.
Martinsburg, WV → Kenova, WV
Huntington, WV → Martinsburg, WV
Bolivar, WV → Huntington, WV
Martinsburg, WV → Pea Ridge, WV
Huntington, WV → Charles Town, WV
Through: Buckhannon → Berryville
Gilbert Creek, WV → Martinsburg, WV
Mallory, WV → Martinsburg, WV
Martinsburg, WV → Mount Hope, WV
Through: Charleston
Saint Albans, WV → Martinsburg, WV
Through: Harrisburg
Martinsburg, WV → Tornado, WV
Point Pleasant, WV → Martinsburg, WV
Through: Harrisburg
Martinsburg, WV → Oceana, WV
Through: Charleston
Coal Fork, WV → Martinsburg, WV
Through: Harrisburg
South Charleston, WV → Martinsburg, WV
Through: Harrisburg
Shepherdstown, WV → Charleston, WV
Charleston, WV → Bolivar, WV
Through: Buckhannon → Berryville → Charles Town
Bluefield, WV → Weirton Heights, WV
Through: Summersville → Pa Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport → Pa Tpke 576 West
Bluefield, WV → Charles Town, WV
Through: Berryville
Martinsburg, WV → Pinch, WV
Charleston, WV → Ranson, WV
Through: Buckhannon → Berryville
Weirton Heights, WV → Princeton, WV
Clendenin, WV → Martinsburg, WV
Through: Harrisburg
Weirton, WV → Princeton, WV
Martinsburg, WV → Oak Hill, WV
Through: Charleston → Beckley
Spencer, WV → Martinsburg, WV
Through: Harrisburg
Hinton, WV → Weirton Heights, WV
Through: Beckley → Pa Tpke 576 Toll West: Pittsburgh International Airport → Pa Tpke 576 West +1 more
Hinton, WV → Weirton, WV
Through: Parkersburg