Climate of North Carolina, USA
Area-weighted average across North Carolina. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
North Carolina, a subdivision of United States of America, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4.2°C / 39.6°F in January to 25.1°C / 77.2°F in July, with rainfall from 86 mm / 3.4 in to 133 mm / 5.2 in depending on the season (1262 mm / 49.7 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.2°C39.6°F | 105 mm4.1″ | — |
| February | 5.8°C42.4°F | 98 mm3.9″ | — |
| March | 10°C50°F | 114 mm4.5″ | — |
| April | 14.5°C58.1°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| May | 18.8°C65.8°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| June | 22.9°C73.2°F | 113 mm4.4″ | — |
| July | 25.1°C77.2°F | 133 mm5.2″ | — |
| August | 24.3°C75.7°F | 126 mm5″ | — |
| September | 21.3°C70.3°F | 109 mm4.3″ | — |
| October | 15.3°C59.5°F | 89 mm3.5″ | — |
| November | 10.5°C50.9°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| December | 6.1°C43°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit North Carolina?
North Carolina, United States of America does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 25.1°C / 77.2°F, and the driest is November at 86 mm / 3.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of North Carolina?
North Carolina, United States of America has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4.2°C / 39.6°F in January to 25.1°C / 77.2°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1262 mm / 49.7 in, with the wettest month being July (133 mm / 5.2 in) and the driest November (86 mm / 3.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in North Carolina?
The hottest month in North Carolina is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.1°C / 77.2°F.
What is the coldest month in North Carolina?
The coldest month in North Carolina is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 4.2°C / 39.6°F.
When does it rain most in North Carolina?
The wettest month in North Carolina is July, averaging about 133 mm / 5.2 in of rainfall. The driest is November with about 86 mm / 3.4 in.