Beaufort County Climate
Beaufort County, North Carolina
Avg Annual Temp
62.3°F
Annual Precip
52.3"
Annual Snowfall
0.9"
Extreme Heat Days
39.3
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Beaufort County Weather
Warm and wet coastal plains
Beaufort County's average temperature of 62.3°F is well above the national median. Its 52.3 inches of annual precipitation reflects the humid, moisture-rich environment of the Atlantic coast.
Warmer than the state norm
Beaufort stays warmer than the North Carolina average of 59.3°F due to coastal influences. It is also wetter than the state average, receiving 52.3 inches of rain compared to the 51.5-inch state mean.
Warmer than inland peers
Beaufort is more than a degree warmer on average than nearby Bertie County. While both share high humidity, Beaufort sees significantly less snowfall than its northern neighbor.
Long summers, virtually no snow
Summer dominates with 39 days of extreme heat and a July average of 80.4°F. Snow is a rarity, averaging just 0.9 inches per year, while winter remains mild at 45.6°F.
Manage humidity and rain
Prioritize mold prevention and high-capacity cooling for the humid 80°F summers. Snow gear is unnecessary, but sturdy rain boots and umbrellas are daily essentials for the frequent precipitation.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.