Halifax County is home to more than 37,000 residents and is located in South Central Virginia. Our central location is within a days drive to more than two thirds of the United States population.

Protected by the nearby mountains, Halifax County enjoys four distinct seasons and rarely sees harsh weather extremes. Our average annual temperature is 57.8 degrees, with the January average at 36 degrees and the July average at 77 degrees.

Halifax County has 4 rivers that flow through the county including the Dan, Staunton, Banister and Hyco Rivers. Our county receives an average of 41.8 inches of precipitation and 9.8 inches of snow each year.