Harrisonburg
A community guide to Harrisonburg in Virginia, the United States.
- Population
- 51,814 residents
- Region
- Virginia
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 38.4496, -78.8689
Community and amenities
Harrisonburg offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Virginia: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Harrisonburg's residents. Visitors passing through Harrisonburg encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.
Climate
The climate at Harrisonburg is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 38.45 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Harrisonburg experience. Visitors planning a trip to Harrisonburg should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Geography and location
Harrisonburg sits at approximate coordinates 38.4496 latitude and -78.8689 longitude within Virginia. The terrain and natural features around Harrisonburg reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Virginia road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Overview
Harrisonburg is a populated place in Virginia, the United States. The community supports 51,814 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Virginia. Its position within the broader regional network gives Harrisonburg a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.