Cherokee County Climate
Cherokee County, North Carolina
Avg Annual Temp
56.8°F
Annual Precip
59.3"
Annual Snowfall
4.4"
Extreme Heat Days
20.9
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Cherokee County Weather
A High-Precipitation Mountain Haven
Cherokee County averages a cool 56.8°F, which is much closer to the national median than the rest of North Carolina. Its 59.3 inches of annual rainfall makes it one of the wettest spots in the country.
Coolest in the Region
Cherokee sits 2.5 degrees below the state average of 59.3°F, making it a cool outlier in North Carolina. This mountain climate provides a stark contrast to the state's hotter coastal regions.
Wet and Mild Compared to Neighbors
Cherokee sees 21 extreme heat days, far fewer than the 30+ days experienced by its Piedmont neighbors. It also receives nearly 10 inches more rain than Chowan or Cleveland counties.
Snowy Winters and Mild Summers
July averages a pleasant 74.6°F, providing relief from the typical Southern heat. Winters are the coldest in this set, with a January average of 38.0°F and a regional high of 4.4 inches of snow.
Invest in Quality Rain Gear
With nearly 60 inches of rain, waterproof gear and home drainage systems are essential. Residents should also prepare for more frequent winter freezes and light snow accumulation.
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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.