Oyster, Virginia

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Oyster is a small unincorporated community on the Atlantic Coast of the Eastern Shore of the U.S. state of Virginia in Northampton County. It is at an elevation of 3 feet (1 m) above sea level.

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37°17′11″N75°55′21″W / 37.28639°N 75.92250°W / 37.28639; -75.92250

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Oyster has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps. [1]

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References

  1. Climate Summary for Oyster, Virginia