Ceres, Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ceres, Virginia
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Unincorporated community
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Post office
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 Ceres, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Ceres, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Bland |
| Elevation | 2,582 ft (787 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
24318
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| Area code(s) | 276 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1494870 |
Ceres is a small place in Virginia, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Ceres is found in Bland County, Virginia.
You can find Ceres about 13.5 miles (21.7 km) west-southwest of another place called Bland. It is located right along State Route 42. Ceres also has its own post office, and its special mail code, called a ZIP code, is 24318.
What's the Weather Like in Ceres?
The weather in Ceres is usually pretty mild. This means it doesn't get super hot or super cold. The temperature changes are not extreme between summer and winter.
There is also enough rain throughout the year. This helps plants and crops grow well. Scientists use something called the Köppen Climate Classification system to describe climates. For Ceres, they call it a "marine west coast climate," which is often written as "Cfb" on climate maps. This type of climate is known for its mild temperatures and steady rainfall.
